At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Women Up Front Trainee Bus Driver Program and gain your Heavy Rigid Licence.
- Company: Australia's largest and greenest bus operator, connecting communities daily.
- Benefits: Earn $40.52 per hour with comprehensive training and career progression.
- Other info: We encourage diverse applicants, including women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in local communities while driving a bus.
- Qualifications: Must have excellent customer service skills and a valid car licence.
The predicted salary is between 40.52 - 40.52 $ per hour.
About Us: As Australia and New Zealand’s largest and greenest bus operator, we play an essential role in connecting communities across Melbourne's eastern and south-eastern 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 east depots (Doncaster East, Heatherton & Keysborough) connecting local communities throughout Melbourne's eastern and south-eastern suburbs
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 across the wider eastern 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.
We welcome all applicants to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women returning to the workforce, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.
For more information visit: www.wearekinetic.com
Trainee Bus Driver – Eastern Suburbs employer: Kineticgroup
Kinetic Group is an exceptional employer that values its employees by fostering a supportive and dynamic work culture in Mackay, QLD. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer comprehensive training and development opportunities, ensuring you can advance your career while contributing to the reliability of our transport services. Join us for a rewarding experience where your skills in planning and problem-solving will make a real impact in the community.
