Trainee Bus Driver

1 day ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia Kinetic Full time

We're searching for new drivers to be the face of Kinetic. Help us take people where they need to go and join Australasia's largest and fastest-growing bus operator.

Our Women Up Front Driver Training Program offers an opportunity to become part of our team. We pay you while we train you to get your licence upgraded to an MR licence, followed by a five-week supportive and hands on induction training program with a mix of classroom and on-road training. You'll then have the support and training required over the next 12 months to gain a nationally recognised qualification.

All you need to bring is your smile, energy, passion and commitment to creating awesome experiences for our customers, communities, and teammates.

The Opportunity

We are looking for highly motivated people who enjoy interacting with the public and have a genuine passion for providing great customer service.

  • Multiple Positions available
  • Great pay rates from $35.04 (base) per hour
  • Based in Garbutt, Townsville

With a strong focus on customer service and providing a safe journey for our passengers, our bus drivers are fully trained to play a vital part in all facets of customer service, ticket sales and a range of bus services including general routes, charters and special events driving.

The wheels of change are in motion, are you ready to jump on board?

What boxes do you need to tick?

We are people with a customer first attitude, and therefore are looking for people with:

  • Excellent customer service skills and enjoy working with the public
  • Willingness to obtain a Queensland Driving Authorisation
  • Willingness to undergo pre‐employment physical examination and medical history check
  • Australian Work Rights
  • Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
  • Reliable and punctual

About Us
No matter where you call home, we've got a modern depot on your doorstep, and a team who will welcome you with open arms.

Right now, we're building an extensive electric bus fleet that's charging towards net zero. We're leading the way through safe and reliable, clean and green, accessible and inclusive technology as our fleet of electric buses grows and helps us take people where they need to go.

At Kinetic we're the daily commute. We're the friendly smile. And we're the positive change the planet needs. Connecting communities every day. We're proud of what we do, we have big goals, and we recognise the role of each team member in achieving our dream. We're honest and authentic and challenge each other to be extraordinary.

Count on Kinetic for a brighter future

How You Apply
So, if this sounds like you and you are ready for a challenging and rewarding career with Kinetic then click the 'Apply for this job' button now There has never been a better time to join Kinetic.

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.

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