At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive coaches safely while providing exceptional customer service during a 6-week project.
- Company: Kinetic Specialised Resources, Australia's largest bus operator with a commitment to community and environment.
- Benefits: Earn $51.40/hour, enjoy camp accommodation, meals, and paid flights.
- Other info: Flexible work locations and supportive workplace culture with career progression.
- Why this job: Join a leading company with opportunities for growth and on-the-job training.
- Qualifications: Must have MR driving licence, QLD Driver Authority, and 1 year of heavy vehicle experience.
The predicted salary is between 106000 - 107000 $ per year.
About us
Kinetic Specialised Resources has a strong reputation built within the mining and resources sector as well as with government, sporting clubs and education industries. Kinetic is Australia and New Zealand’s largest and most diverse bus operator, moving more than 75 million passengers per year across some of the most recognisable names in bus transport. We deliver these services through our 6000 people and fleet of over 3800 buses. As a business who genuinely cares about our customers, our people and our environment; we are industry leaders in delivering zero-emission technology, investing in our communities, training and developing our people, and providing an inclusive workplace which reflects the communities we serve.
The opportunity
We are seeking applications for Coach Drivers to work in our Kinetic Specialised Resources division based within the Bowen Basin area to work across a 6-week continuous shutdown project.
What the position offers:
- Casual rate- $51.40 plus camp allowance (including casual loading)
- Location: Bowen Basin
- Early morning and afternoon starts (4:00am and 4:00pm)
- Uniforms: Supplied
- Accommodation: Camp and meals provided whilst on roster
- Flights: Paid
You will be involved in:
- Consistently ensuring the safety of yourself, your passengers, and your vehicle.
- Exceptional customer service.
- Performing pre- and post-departure checks.
- Undertaking minor mechanical services and maintenance on your vehicle.
- Ad-hoc duties as required.
Why Kinetic?
- We are Australia’s and New Zealand’s leading mass transit bus operator with opportunities to grow and spread your wings.
- We offer full on-the-job training – and paid.
- We care for our people and provide our Employee Assistance Program including wellbeing, financial and nutritional coaching, counselling, and legal advice.
- We offer secure employment with genuine career progression opportunities.
- We care for our people and provide industry best diversity leave provisions.
The boxes you’ll tick:
- Excellent customer service skills.
- A current Medium Rigid (MR) driving licence or above.
- Current QLD Driver Authority (essential).
- Be able to pass a pre‐employment physical examination, medical history check, and if required Coal Board Medical and STD 11.
- Minimum 1 year's heavy vehicle driving experience.
- Ability to be flexible, possibly working from different camps each week.
- Ability and willingness to provide support in or outside of your daily duties.
- Australian Work Rights.
Kinetic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.
Shutdown drivers in Brisbane employer: Kinetic
Kinetic is an exceptional employer that prioritises the health and safety of its employees while fostering a collaborative work culture in Mackay. With a strong focus on professional development, employees have ample opportunities for growth through training and mentorship, all while contributing to meaningful HSE initiatives that make a real difference in high-risk environments. The company's commitment to safety and continuous improvement ensures that every team member feels valued and empowered in their role.
