
Posted 3 months ago
School Bus Driver - Rotorua
AI Summary
A part-time school bus driver transports students to and from school on a set local route, performing safe vehicle operation, route adherence, and basic communication as needed.
About this role
The Opportunity
We are looking for a School Bus Driver to join our team in Rotorua. You will be working school bus hours, before and after school on our Koutu School run.
There is also the opportunity to pick up extra work doing charters when required. You will get school holidays off, except when we need you for ongoing training or development.
Team Ritchies
Ritchies is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading passenger transport companies with a team of more than 2,000 people providing coach and charter services right across the country.
We partner with regional councils and schools to supply public transport services as well as offering a range of bus and coach hire services to businesses and the general public. You would be joining us at an exciting time in Ritchies’ history as we gear up to decarbonise our fleet and move to a more sustainable public transport model.
About You
You are looking for a change, you want to work for a company that values your skills and work ethic and you’re ready to make the move!
You enjoy driving and being out in your community.
You’re a safe operator who takes pride in their appearance and communicates well. You understand that you will be transporting children to & from school and have the patience to deal with these members of our community.
Your Skills
- Full Class 2 NZ License (minimum)
- Reliable
- Good communicator
- P endorsement
What you get
- Uniform
- Career progression opportunities
- Friendly, team environment
Process from here
We are an equal opportunities employer, that focuses heavily on Health and Safety. As such, our pre-employment checks include drug testing, Ministry of Justice checks and reference checking. As regulations require, you will also need to pass a medical.
To be considered for this role, please apply online through the link below.
Candidates for this position must be in New Zealand and have the right to work in New Zealand at the time of application.
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