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Bus Drivers Wanted - Outer South


Company : Busways Group


Location : Melbourne, Australia


Created : 2025-06-18


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Hold a C Class Licence? Shift Your Career into High Gear! take the right turn and be paid to learn. We offer a 4 week paid driver training program that will equip you with the skills and knowledge to navigate the roads as a professional Bus Driver. You''ll earn a competitive salary while you learn. Experienced heavy vehicle drivers also encouraged to apply!About the roleWe currently have multiple positions available for Full Time Permanent Bus Drivers at our Lonsdale and Seaford depots. We are looking for passionate people who enjoy driving and want to service their community, whilst delivering the best experience possible to our customers.A little bit about our rates!Permanent:$29.32per hour Weekday (shift loadings range dependant on times of operation throughout the shift)Permanent:$43.98(Sat)$58.64 (Sun)$73.30 (PH)What we offerA free licence upgrade for eligible applicantsOvertime opportunitiesCareer progression opportunitiesAccess to Busways Fitness Passport Program, allowing you and your family to access multiple pools and fitness facilities under one membership feeAccess to salary packaging options such as novated leasingAn Employee Assistance Program, giving you and your family access to confidential counselling from an independent organisationSupportive work environment with stable employment in a secure industryFlexible shift work to promote a healthy work/life balanceOngoing training and development opportunities, both informal and via structured coursesAbout usBusways is the largest Australian-owned bus operator and the most experienced Australian bus specialist, delivering high-performing transport services since 1942. As the first choice for realworld solutions, we provide public bus services on behalf of state governments. Our team of 2,800 operates 1,350 buses and 47 million journeys annuallyHours of workOur drivers must be willing and flexible to work various shifts, that may include weekends, early morning and late-night shifts.The majority of shifts available for full-time drivers are worked as split shifts. Split shifts work by providing two portions of work to cover peak service times morning and afternoon/evening. Please note the below periods are a general time frame in which a split shift portion may operate, durations of shifts vary. All shifts comply with National Heavy Vehicle Regulations and the applicable Enterprise Agreement.Morning: 5:00am 11:30amAfternoon/evening: 2:00pm 8:00pmOutside of these hours you can leave the depot to head home or run errands, or you can choose to stay at the depot and take advantage of our driver facilities.There are also some straight shifts that may be available with shifts starting at varied times of the day, from morning, afternoon or evenings.All depots operate seven days per week with most weekend work available as overtime.Eligibility to applyA current and valid drivers licence (Medium Rigid or Heavy Rigid Licence highly desired but not essential).A good driving historyStrong communication and customer service skillsWilling toundergoa pre-employment medical check,criminal history checkand working with children check.Have a currentLarge Passenger (LP) accreditation is highly desired(or be willing to obtain one)Suitable applicants that do not have the required licence and accreditation, Busways may offer you:Free licence upgrade for eligible applicantsPaid induction and mentor trainingApply now!Individual applications will be processed as soon as they are received so if this position is for you, apply via the link today!Busways is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from all individuals, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and those from diverse social, cultural, and gender backgrounds.How do your skills match this job?How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.Busways is the largest Australian-owned bus operator and the most experienced Australian bus specialist, delivering quality transport services since 1942. As the first choice for real-world public transport solutions that keep communities moving, Busways operates public bus services on behalf of state governments in Australia.Our 2,800-strong team manages 20 depots and 1,350 buses, operating 72 million trip kilometres and 53 million bus journeys annually. Focused on delivering a seamless passenger network today and driving an integrated transition for a zero-emission future, we are committed to dependable, intelligent services that continuously improve and evolve to meet community needs.Busways is the largest Australian-owned bus operator and the most experienced Australian bus specialist, delivering quality transport services since 1942. As the first choice for real-world public transport solutions that keep communities moving, Busways operates public bus services on behalf of state governments in Australia.Our 2,800-strong team manages 20 depots and 1,350 buses, operating 72 million trip kilometres and 53 million bus journeys annually. Focused on delivering a seamless passenger network today and driving an integrated transition for a zero-emission future, we are committed to dependable, intelligent services that continuously improve and evolve to meet community needs.To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory. #J-18808-Ljbffr