Career Change Opportunity Trainee Bus Driver

About Us:

As Australia and New Zealands largest and greenest bus operator Kinetic plays an important role in connecting communities. Our people are at the heart of everything we do and were committed to creating opportunities where everyone can thrive.

The Opportunity:

Our Women Up Front Trainee Bus Driver Program is designed for women who are ready for a career changewhether youre returning to the workforce changing industries or looking for a more secure and rewarding role.

No prior bus driving experience is required. We provide the training support and mentoring you need to transition confidently into a new career as a licensed bus driver.

This includes:

• A friendly and supportive environment
• An extensive induction training program with a mix of classroom and on-road training
• Training to obtain a Heavy Rigid (HR) licence
• A 12-month training program (mix of classroom and on the job training) to gain a nationally recognised qualification (Certificate III in Driving Operations - Bus)
• Industry leading pay throughout your training
• You will be assigned a buddy throughout the training process to support your development
• Location based at our Doncaster East depot which is Kinetics biggest operational hub for Melbournes north-east and eastern suburb services.

Were after people with:

• Excellent customer service skills and who enjoy working with people
• A current Australian car drivers licence (full licence held for minimum 2 years)
• Hold Australian work rights (Permanent Resident or Australian Citizen)
• Willingness to have a preemployment functional drug and alcohol assessment
• Willingness to obtain a Driver Accreditation and Working With Children Check

**Please note those shortlisted must attend an assessment centre from our North Fitzroy depot.

The benefits of working with us:

• Employment with Australasias leading mass transit bus operator
• Best base rate penalties and allowances across the industry - $39.06 base rate per hour
• Full on-the-job training is offered to approved applicants
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program Including wellbeing financial and nutritional coaching counselling and legal advice
• Secure employment with genuine career progression opportunities

How to apply:

If youre ready to take the next step in your careeror begin a completely new oneclick Apply.

Kinetic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We invite all applicants to apply including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people from diverse social cultural and gender backgrounds.

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