Apollo Bay Hotel Love driving, meeting people and being part of a busy local venue? Apollo Bay Hotel is looking for a reliable and customer-focused Courtesy Bus Driver to safely transport patrons between the hotel and local pick-up and drop-off locations. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people and wants flexible seasonal work in one of Victoria’s popular coastal destinations.

What you’ll be doing

- Safely operate the hotel’s 11-seat courtesy bus, including the driver.
- Pick up and drop off patrons safely and punctually.
- Provide friendly, professional customer service.
- Complete routine vehicle safety checks.
- Keep the bus clean, tidy and presentable.
- Follow all road safety requirements, venue procedures and passenger safety protocols.
- Represent Apollo Bay Hotel positively within the local community.

Hours of work

Off-season: Approximately two shifts per week, primarily Friday and Saturday evenings from 4:30 pm to 10:00 pm. Peak season: Shifts available seven days and nights per week, including daytime and evening shifts. Split shifts may be available, generally between 11:00 am–4:30 pm and 4:30 pm–10:00 pm, depending on operational requirements.

What we’re looking for

- A current and valid Victorian driver’s licence.
- Current First Aid and CPR certificates.
- A safe driving history and strong commitment to passenger safety.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- A reliable, punctual and well-presented approach.
- The ability to work evenings, weekends and additional shifts during peak tourist periods.




- Previous experience driving a courtesy bus, shuttle bus or passenger vehicle is desirable but not essential.

Why join us?

- Adaptable off-season hours.
- Additional work available during the busy peak season.
- The opportunity to work in a friendly, community-focused hotel.
- A role where you’ll interact with locals, visitors and hotel guests every day.

If you’re dependable, safety-conscious and enjoy making people feel welcome, we’d love to hear from you.

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