Job Description

About Us n

As Australia and Current Zealand’s largest and greenest bus operator, we play an essential role in connecting communities across Melbourne's eastern and south-eastern suburbs. Every day, we help people get to where they need to be safely, which is why so many people choose to travel with us.

The Opportunity n

Our Women Up Front Trainee Bus Driver Program provides the support, training, and confidence you need to become a licensed and professional bus driver. This includes:

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- Extensive induction training combining classroom learning and on‑road experience to obtain your Heavy Rigid (HR) Licence
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- Obtaining a nationally recognised qualification: Certificate III in Driving Operations (Bus)
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- Industry-leading pay throughout your training journey
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- A dedicated buddy and support network to guide your development
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- Opportunities to be based across our east depots (Doncaster East, Heatherton & Keysborough) connecting local communities throughout Melbourne's eastern and south‑eastern suburbs
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We’re After People With nn
- Excellent customer service skills and who enjoy working with people
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- Hold a current Australian car driver’s licence (full licence held for minimum of 2 years)
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- Have full Australian work rights (Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident)
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- Are willing to undertake a pre‑employment functional assessment and drug and alcohol screening
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- Are willing to obtain a Driver Accreditation (CPV) and Working With Children Check
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The Benefits Of Working With Us nn
- Employment with Australasia's leading mass transit bus operator
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- Industry‑leading rates, penalties and allowances, including a base rate of $40.52 per hour
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- Full on‑the‑job training provided to successful applicants
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- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, including wellbeing, financial and nutritional coaching, counselling and legal support
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- Access to our employee benefits platform, offering exclusive discounts, savings and cashback opportunities
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- Secure, long‑term employment with genuine career progression opportunities
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- Opportunity to make a real difference in local communities across the wider eastern suburbs of Melbourne
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Please note: Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend an assessment centre at our North Fitzroy depot for an interview and drive test

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We welcome all applicants to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women returning to the workforce, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.

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📌 Trainee Bus Driver - Women Up Front (Eastern Suburbs) (Melbourne)
🏢 Kinetic
📍 Melbourne