Special Needs Transport Bus Operator

2 weeks ago

Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

Do you have an impeccable driving record, take pride in doing a good job and want to make a difference to students with a disability in Canberra? If so, then Transport Canberra and City Services want to hear from you

**About you**

You’re a genuine people person, who is easy going, understanding, and want to contribute to your local community. A great communicator, you work well in small teams under limited supervision and use your experience to solve problems.

You’ve got experience driving buses or similar vehicles and are committed to maintaining high safety standards. You might be approaching the end of your current career or have many years work experience under your belt and looking to add value in a role that will be both satisfying and provide you with the LIFE | WORK | BALANCE we all crave.

**About the role**

Special Needs Transport (SNT) is responsible for providing school transport for students with disability to and from ACT public schools each day. As a bus operator, you play a key role in ensuring these services run safely and on time.

You’ll operate a fleet of wheelchair equipped buses which operate to tight deadlines and need to display patience, empathy and understanding, especially in heightened situations.

Driving for SNT will give you an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students with a disability across Canberra by providing them with a reliable and safe service.

For more information, please see the Special Needs Transport Applicant Toolkit.

**Eligibility/Other Requirements**:

- Hold a minimum C Class drivers’ licence (or interstate equivalent) *.
- Hold an O class drivers licence condition (or the ability to obtain).
- _Transport Canberra can upgrade ACT licence holders in-house at no charge with one of our qualified heavy vehicle driving instructors. NSW licence holders will need to personally obtain this prior to any offers of employment._

**Note**:Position/s will be offered on a casual basis, the full time salary noted above will be paid pro rata. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.

How to Apply:

- Attach the following documents to the online form:

- In 100-250 words explain ‘Why do you want to be a Special Needs Bus Driver for Transport Canberra?’.
- Resume/curriculum vitae.
- A copy of your Australian driver’s licence.
- Completed Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check consent form and certified copies of the required identification documents (as outlined in the Special Needs Transport Applicant Toolkit).
- Copy of Visa documents outlining working rights (if required).

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