Trainee Bus Driver

4 months ago


Townsville, Australia Kinetic Full time

About Us:

Kinetic is Australia and New Zealand’s largest and most diverse bus operator, moving more than 100 million passengers per year across some of the most recognisable names in bus transport. We deliver these services through our 7300 people and fleet of over 4900 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:

Available for an immediate start - Our Trainee Bus Driver program offers you the support and training you need to become a licensed and confident bus driver. This includes: 

  • A friendly and supportive environment
  • A Five-week supportive and hands on induction training program with a mix of classroom and on-road training
  • You will obtain a Medium Rigid (MR) license and State Driving Authority 
  • A 12-month training program to gain a nationally recognised qualification (Certificate III in Driving Operations - Bus)

Positions: Casual with potential for Fulltime

Training: You will be trained to achieve high standards in all parts of your work including safe driving practices.

A 12-month training program to gain a nationally recognised qualification (Certificate III in Driving Operations - Bus)

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.

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 provision

The boxes you'll tick:

We’re on the hunt for the best people with the best customer service to join our friendly fleet of drivers. We’re after people with: 

  • Excellent customer service skills and who enjoy working with the public'
  • Held an Open Driver's licence for minimum of 2yrs
  • A current ‘C Class’ driver’s license and a good driving record
  • Ability to pass a pre‐employment functional and drug and alcohol clearance
  • Australian Work Rights
  • Available for an immediate start

How You Apply:

So, if this sounds like you and you are ready for a challenging and rewarding career with Kinetic then apply now

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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