Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns - Non-teaching positions – Herberton QLD
Casual/Temporary
1d ago , from Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns - Non-teaching positions
Commencement Date:
shifts available from 29 August **** or sooner by negotiation
Salary Range:
Services Staff L3 $***** to $***** Gross per hour (loaded casual rate)
Mount St Bernard College is located at Herberton on the Atherton Tablelands. Established in **** by the Sisters of Mercy as a day and boarding school, the College enjoys a proud history and a rich tradition.
The Sisters of Mercy began their educational ministry in the Herberton district over 100 years ago with the opening of St Patrick's Parish Catholic Primary School in ****. Responding to the changing educational needs in Far North Queensland, the original Sisters of Mercy Boarding School, St Mary's Cooktown, was moved to Herberton in ****. The Sisters of Mercy gifted the college to the Diocese of Cairns in February **** and it is now administered by Cairns Catholic Education Services.
The Catholic Education Community – Diocese of Cairns, is a partnership between Catholic Education Services and twenty-nine schools. The Bishop of Cairns delegates responsibility for the leadership and strategic management of this system of 29 schools to the Executive Director of Catholic Education.
The college has approximately 140 students, a number of whom are First Nations Students, with a combination of boarders and day students.
Bus Driver (Casual)
Commencement Date:
shifts available from 29 August **** or sooner by negotiation
Employment Type:
Casual, on demand
Salary Range:
Services Staff L3 $***** to $***** Gross per hour (loaded casual rate)
Mount St Bernard College/Herberton
Mount St Bernard College is located at Herberton on the Atherton Tablelands.



Established in **** by the Sisters of Mercy as a day and boarding school, the College enjoys a proud history and a rich tradition.
The Sisters of Mercy began their educational ministry in the Herberton district over 100 years ago with the opening of St Patrick's Parish Catholic Primary School in ****. Responding to the changing educational needs in Far North Queensland, the original Sisters of Mercy Boarding School, St Mary's Cooktown, was moved to Herberton in ****. The Sisters of Mercy gifted the college to the Diocese of Cairns in February **** and it is now administered by Cairns Catholic Education Services.
The Catholic Education Community – Diocese of Cairns, is a partnership between Catholic Education Services and twenty-nine schools. The Bishop of Cairns delegates responsibility for the leadership and strategic management of this system of 29 schools to the Executive Director of Catholic Education.
The college has approximately 140 students, a number of whom are First Nations Students, with a combination of boarders and day students.
About the Role
As a Casual Bus Driver with Catholic Education - Cairns, you'll play an important role in our school community by providing secure, dependable transport for our students and adult passengers. The purpose of this role is to transport student and adult passengers driving the College buses and vehicles.




This position offers the flexibility of casual employment while contributing to the daily success of our educational mission in the beautiful Tablelands region. You'll maintain positive relationships with students, families, and school staff while ensuring everyone reaches their destination safely.
Key responsibilities include;
Conducting bus runs from the College in accordance with needs of College operations
Ensuring bus is appropriately maintained, including cleaning and fuelling
Ensuring good order of students utilising the bus service
Ensuring bus is used for official services only
Assisting the maintenance department with other physical labour tasks when required
Maintaining appropriate behaviour when engaging with children
Work Requirements
Current Heavy Rigid (HR) or Heavy Combination (HC) driver's license
Working with Children Check (Blue Card) or willingness to obtain
Strong commitment to student safety and welfare
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Punctual, reliable, and responsible approach to work
Understanding of and respect for Catholic values and ethos
What we offer
Competitive casual rates
*****% Employer Superannuation Contributions
Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
Access to Employee Assistance Program
Opportunity to be part of a welcoming school community
For further information about the role, please download the
Position DescriptionBus Driver Position Description
Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.
Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.
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📌 Bus Driver (Casual) - Mount St Bernard College, Herberton (Queensland)
🏢 Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns - Non-teaching positions
📍 Queensland