Bus Driver

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Kinetic is hiring multiple full time bus drivers in Tweed Heads, offering base pay from $35.04 per hour and a structured 12 month training track to a nationally recognised Certificate III in Driving Operations Bus, supporting the rollout of an electric fleet. The role centers on safe driving, outstanding customer service and helping run general routes, charters and events. Key requirements include a MR Driver’s Licence, Australian Work Rights, ability to pass medical and pre-employment checks, and willingness to obtain Queensland Driving Authorisation. When applying, tailor your resume to showcase public facing service, punctuality, teamwork and safety, and demonstrate genuine enthusiasm for clean reliable transport and community service.

We’re searching for new drivers to be the face of Kinetic. Help us take people where they need to go and join Australasia’s largest and fastest-growing bus operator.  

If you’ve got previous experience operating buses or heavy vehicles, all you need to bring is your smile, energy, passion and commitment to creating awesome experiences for our customers, communities, and teammates. 

The Opportunity

We are looking for highly motivated people who enjoy interacting with the public and have a genuine passion for providing great customer service.

• Multiple Positions available
• Great pay rates from $35.04 (base) per hour
• Based in Tweed Heads

You will be trained to achieve high standards in all parts of your work including safe driving practices. A 12-month training program to gain a nationally recognised qualification (Certificate III in Driving Operations - Bus)

With a strong focus on customer service and providing a safe journey for our passengers, our bus drivers are fully trained to play a vital part in all facets of customer service, ticket sales and a range of bus services including general routes, charters and special events driving.

The wheels of change are in motion, are you ready to jump on board? 

What boxes do you need to tick?

We are people with a customer first attitude, and therefore are looking for people with:

• Excellent customer service skills and enjoy working with the public
• A minimum of an MR Driver's License
• Willingness to obtain a Queensland Driving Authorisation.
• Ability to pass pre‐employment physical examination and medical history check
• Australian Work Rights
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Reliable and punctual

 About us:

No matter where you call home, we’ve got a modern depot on your doorstep, and a team who will welcome you with open arms.

Right now, we’re building an extensive electric bus fleet that’s charging towards net zero. We're leading the way through safe and reliable, clean and green, accessible and inclusive technology as our fleet of electric buses grows and helps us take people where they need to go.

At Kinetic we’re the daily commute. We’re the friendly smile. And we’re the positive change the planet needs. Connecting communities everyday. We’re proud of what we do, we have big goals, and we recognise the role of each team member in achieving our dream. We’re honest and authentic and challenge each other to be extraordinary.

Count on Kinetic for a brighter future

How You Apply:

So, if this sounds like you and you are ready for a challenging and rewarding career with Kinetic then click the 'Apply for this job' button now! There has never been a better time to join Kinetic.

Kinetic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.