Bus Driver Busways Group Australia

Busways Group looks for Bus Drivers for full-time spots in Australia. The hourly rate starts at $33.58 for weekdays, with extras for weekends and holidays up to $83.96. This fits right with average bus driver pay in New South Wales around $36 per hour. The role sits at the Ryde depot, where drivers handle routes to serve the community and give smooth rides. A medium rigid license or higher is key, and a four-week paid training program builds on heavy vehicle know-how. Shifts mix mornings and afternoons, with some straight runs in evenings. Flexible hours cover weekends and holidays as overtime. Strong talk skills and a clean drive record help land the job. Immediate starts open for those who fit.

About Busways Group

Busways Group runs bus services across New South Wales and South Australia for over 80 years. It handles contracts with Transport for NSW on the North Shore, Central Coast, and more, plus Adelaide’s outer south. The team tops 2,800 people, moving 47 million passengers a year with a focus on safe, on-time trips. Core aims hit customer care, team growth, and steady work in a key field. Depots spread wide to keep services close and reliable.

Job Title

Bus Driver

Responsibilities

• Drive set routes to pick up and drop off passengers safe.
• Check bus before and after shifts for issues.
• Help riders with questions and needs on board.
• Stick to times for smooth service flows.
• Log trips and any events in reports.
• Clean bus inside to keep it tidy.
• Follow road rules and company safety steps.
• Handle cash or Opal cards for fares.
• Spot traffic risks and adjust drives.
• Work split shifts from 6am to 10am and 2pm to 6pm.
• Take on overtime for weekends or holidays.
• Join training on routes and tools.
• Talk clear with dispatch on changes.
• Report breakdowns to the depot fast.
• Pitch in on team tasks at the yard.

Requirements

Education

No set degree needed. Basic schooling works.

Experience

No bus drive past required if you hold a medium rigid license.

Skills

• Hold a current medium rigid or higher driver’s license.
• Show good drive history with no big marks.
• Talk well with passengers and staff.
• Stay calm in busy traffic or rider chats.
• Pass medical, criminal, and kids work checks.
• Fit for long sits and some walks.

Knowledge

• Basic heavy vehicle rules in NSW.
• Opal card and fare systems.
• Road safety and emergency steps.
• Route maps around Ryde and Sydney.
• Bus check and clean ways.
• NSW Driver Authority if held.

Applicant Location

The job runs onsite at the Ryde depot in New South Wales, Australia. Must have work rights there.

Application Procedure

To apply, download the Job Info app from the Google Play Store. Use the app to complete your application and submit it for this role.

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