Drive Canberra. Build your career. Be part of something that moves a city.
Some people thrive on constant change. Others take pride in doing significant work exceptionally well, every time. As a permanent part time Light Rail Vehicle (LRV) Driver with Canberra Metro Operations (CMET), you will bring focus, consistency, and sound judgement to a role that helps keep Canberra moving.
No previous rail experience is required. Through 8–9 weeks of comprehensive paid training, you will build the technical knowledge and skills needed to safely operate Canberra's LRVs.
Professional Operations That Move Canberra
As an LRV Driver, you will operate independently within a highly coordinated network. Your focus, judgement and consistency will help passengers reach their destination safely, reliably, and with confidence in the service.
This is a safety-critical role where routine is purposeful, not passive. You will follow established procedures while staying alert to changing conditions, applying sound judgement and taking responsibility for the safe operation of every service.
Key responsibilities include:
Safely operating LRVs in accordance with procedures and regulations
Delivering safe, reliable and punctual passenger services
Communicating clearly with passengers, colleagues and the Control Centre
Responding calmly and professionally to incidents and changing conditions
About You
You might already work in transport, logistics, or another safety-critical operational environment. You might be changing careers, returning to the workforce or looking for an opportunity to learn something new. What matters is that you value responsibility, procedure, customer service and the satisfaction of doing a vital job well.
This role may suit you if you take pride in being dependable,



maintaining concentration and getting the details right – not occasionally, but every shift.
Maintain concentration and attention to detail
Have strong communication and customer service skills
Be respectful, inclusive and comfortable working as part of a team
Hold a current Australian C Class Driver Licence
Have Australian working rights with no restrictions
CMET Offers You
AM and PM shifts — 25 hours per week, 5 hours per day, Monday to Friday
Job security in a specialised and growing industry
8–9 weeks of paid full-time training — no previous rail experience required
Ongoing training and career development
Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture
Salary packaging and novated leasing options
Paid parental leave
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Program
Free secure in office parking
A career with CMET also means building your future in Canberra — named the world's best city for quality of life in the **** Oxford Economics Global Cities Index, with an easy commute, access to nature and a robust work-life balance.
Due to the safety-critical nature of the role, the recruitment process includes:
Phone screening
Psychometric and psychomotor assessment
Face-to-face interview
Category 1 Rail Medical Assessment
Functional Fitness Assessment
Candidates will also need to meet our pre-employment requirements, including Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) eligibility, National Police Check, satisfactory 5-year driving history and unrestricted Australian work rights.
CMET is committed to building a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Visit cmet.com.au to learn more about us.
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📌 Light Rail Vehicle Drivers - Part Time (Canberra)
🏢 Canberra Metro Operations
📍 Canberra