Tradespersons Positions

Tradesperson

Tradesperson Positions

Busways is a leading private bus operator in Australia, committed to providing safe, reliable bus services.

Our maintenance team plays a critical role to ensure our ever-evolving fleet of vehicles is continually maintained to the highest standard to keep our employees and passengers safe out on the road.

We are always looking for dynamic and enthusiastic individuals with high quality traits to join our growing team. Busways undertakes a range of services within the workshops and are continuously looking to increase our capability and skill sets in the following roles:

  • Diesel Mechanics
  • Spray Painters
  • Panel Beaters
  • Body Builders

These roles will involve shift work. Relevant shift penalties apply.

Application process

As part of the application process, you will need to provide copies of the following documents:

  • A copy of your Birth certificate or passport
  • Copy your driver's licence
  • Additional licence details e.g. Air conditioning licence, forklift licence, crane licence

Your application will be assessed in line with predetermined job-related standards and will be compared against our selection criteria and position requirements such as, medical checks, background checks and criminal record checks to determine an outcome. You will be notified in writing of the outcome of your application.

How to apply

Complete the employment application form and forward to our Recruitment team at recruitment@busways.com.au.

Enquiries

If you have any questions about your application, contact the Recruitment Team at (02) 9497 1800 or recruitment@busways.com.au

Equal Opportunity Employer

Busways is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from people representing all diversity groups and ages such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTI, people with disabilities, religious beliefs and ethnicity.

Bus Driving Jobs

Bus Driving Jobs

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Next stop - a rewarding career

Are you looking to become a bus driver? Busways is currently hiring bus driving jobs near you, offering a unique opportunity to become a frontline representative in your community. As a bus driver, you'll assist passengers in reaching their destinations safely and on time, ensuring that every journey with Busways is a pleasant experience.

If you’re searching for casual, full-time, or casual bus driving jobs near me, Busways has a variety of roles available. Depending on the depot's needs, you can explore the bus driver vacancies here and find the perfect fit for your career goals. Join Busways and start making a difference in your local area today!

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The role of a bus driver

Bus driving is more than a profession; it's a rewarding career path where you'll play a pivotal role in fostering social inclusion, especially for those without private mobility options, including more vulnerable societal groups such as the elderly, teens, and persons with disabilities. Bus driver jobs involves shift work, school bus driver shifts, including early mornings, late nights, and weekends, offering flexibility for various lifestyles. You’ll also help contribute to facilitating economic participation for individuals reliant on public transport to access training, study, job interviews, and work opportunities.

Join us in creating a positive impact not only on individual lives but also on the broader community through accessible and inclusive transportation services. Become a Busways driver and be a catalyst for positivity and change.

Making sure we're a great fit

The recruitment process usually takes four to six weeks:

  1. Lodge your application with relevant documentation
  2. The screening process takes place
  3. Pre-employment assessment is conducted
  4. Work-related referees are then contacted (min. of two to be provided)
  5. A pre-employment medical is conducted

If you do not already hold a current Working with Children Check and New South Wales (NSW) Driver Authority or South Australian (SA) LP Driver accreditation, you will need to apply for these (the sooner the better).

*Timeframes below are an average estimation. They rely on you submitting and applying for the required documentation/accreditation/checks, then supplying those to Busways in a prompt and timely manner to be eligible to receive an employment offer should the application be successful.

For more information about how to become a bus driver at Busways, email the Busways Driver Recrutiment Team or call 02 9497 1800.

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Busways supports Hastings Sustainability Showcase with free transport

Hastings Sustainable Showcase

Busways will support the Hastings Sustainability Showcase for the first time with a free shuttle service allowing participants to take advantage of a stress-free trip to the annual exhibition.

The event aims to educate, inform and inspire individuals and businesses on the latest ideas, products and trends in sustainability.

Be Bus Aware

Did you know that by law you must slow down to 40km/h when bus lights are flashing?

NSW has one of the largest bus fleets in Australia. The NSW Government and bus operators such as Busways are committed to working with the community to improve safety around buses. The NSW Government has implemented a campaign targeting motorists to highlight the laws around flashing bus lights. 

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