About Us:
As Australia and New Zealand’s largest and greenest bus operator, we play an essential role in connecting communities across Melbourne’s northern suburbs. Every day, we help people get to where they need to be safely, which is why so many people choose to travel with us.
The Opportunity:
Our Women Up Front Trainee Bus Driver Program provides the support, training, and confidence you need to become a licensed and professional bus driver. This includes:
- Extensive induction training combining classroom learning and on-road experience to obtain your Heavy Rigid (HR) Licence
- Obtaining a nationally recognised qualification: Certificate III in Driving Operations (Bus)
- Industry-leading pay throughout your training journey
- A dedicated buddy and support network to guide your development
- Opportunities to be based across our north depots (Preston & Thomastown) servicing communities throughout Melbourne's growing northern corridor
We’re after people with:
- Excellent customer service skills and who enjoy working with people
- Hold a current Australian car driver’s licence (full licence held for minimum of 2 years)
- Have full Australian work rights (Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident)
- Are willing to undertake a pre-employment functional assessment and drug and alcohol screening
- Are willing to obtain a Driver Accreditation (CPV) and Working With Children Check
The benefits of working with us:
- Employment with Australasia's leading mass transit bus operator
- Industry-leading rates, penalties and allowances, including a base rate of $40.52 per hour
- Full on-the-job training provided to successful applicants
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, including wellbeing, financial and nutritional coaching, counselling and legal support
- Access to our employee benefits platform, offering exclusive discounts, savings and cashback opportunities
- Secure, long-term employment with genuine career progression opportunities
- Opportunity to make a real difference in local communities acrossthe wider northern suburbs of Melbourne
**Please note: Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend an assessment centre at our North Fitzroy depot for an interview and drive test**
For more information visit: www.wearekinetic.com
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Trainee Bus Driver - Women Up Front (Northern Suburbs) in Melbourne employer: Kinetic
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