Due to increasing demand, Pennicott Wilderness Journeys is looking for multiple Bus Driver/Guides to join our team based in Hobart.

Your primary role would involve guiding our Bruny Island Traveller tour, which is a full day tour from Hobart that explores Bruny Island. The tour includes a number of scenic stops along the island and we also visit the island's producers where guests have a tasting experience provided by the makers.

This role would also work as Bus Driver/Guide for our other day tours from Hobart including the Port Arthur Bus Service, and the Three Capes Track Shuttle Bus.

Pay Rates
Casual bus drivers earn $420-$452 per day on weekdays and$561-$731 per day on weekends. We also have part-time and full-time roles available with very attractive remuneration.

Days & Hours
We have plenty of work available from 2 days a week, through to 5 days a week depending on the applicant's availability and preferences. Please note it is essential that you are available for some weekend work. Tours operate daily all year round.

Required Qualifications

In order to undertake the role, the applicant would need to hold or obtain Medium Rigid Licence, Public Passenger Vehicle Ancillary Certificate, Working With Vulnerable People and First Aid. Pennicott Wilderness Journeys is happy to cover the cost of obtaining these qualifications.

Who We Are





Pennicott Wilderness Journeys is a family owned company renowned for the world-class experiences we provide at Bruny Island, Port Arthur, Hobart and Coles Bay. We have been operating since 1999 and take 190,000 visitors annually across our fleet of 16 vessels and 16 buses. We are an equal opportunity employer who has an amazing team of over 120 staff who have a passion for delivering high quality visitor experiences.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a 100% Tasmanian family-owned and run company which has won 16 Australian and 34 Tasmanian Tourism Awards.

What We Offer

- Great work environment with well above-award wages
- Full time, part time and casual roles available
- Ability to undertake training and progress your skills by obtaining new qualifications
- Access to Employee Assistance Program

Who Should Apply

We are looking for applicants who are customer service driven and people focused, who have personality, energy, enthusiasm and great communication skills.

Previous experience and qualifications are valued but not essential. Training is provided for successful applicants in all roles.

Applications close on Friday 28th August 2026.

Pennicott Wilderness Journeys acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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📌 Bus Driver/Day Tour Guide (Hobart)
🏢 Pennicott Wilderness Journeys Pty
📍 Hobart