School Bus Driver
Location: Lockyer Valley
Employment Type: Permanent Part-Time
Hours: Approximately 20 hours per week
Wage: $31.85 per hour
Recruitment 247 is currently seeking reliable and safety-focused School Bus Drivers to join our client's team. This role is ideal for someone looking for consistent work during school terms while enjoying school holidays and public holidays off.
About the Role
School Bus Drivers work on school days only, completing two shifts per day:
- Morning run commencing between 7:25am and 7:45am
- Afternoon run commencing at the conclusion of each school day
- Approximately 20 hours per week
- Limited school charter work may be available
- No work required during school holidays or public holidays
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct daily pre-start and safety inspections of the bus
- Ensure the bus has sufficient fuel for all scheduled runs
- Report any faults or defects identified during inspections
- Drive safely and efficiently while adhering to all road rules and speed limits
- Maintain the safety and wellbeing of all passengers
- Enforce and report breaches of the School Student Code of Conduct
- Maintain scheduled route times and ensure services do not run early
- Complete passenger checks at the conclusion of each run
- Sweep and clean the bus daily
- Close all windows and hatches after use
- Secure and lock the bus when unattended
- Wash the bus weekly
Skills & Attributes
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Ability to work independently and show initiative
- Strong commitment to providing quality service
- Professionalism, reliability, and confidentiality
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing circumstances
- A genuine commitment to passenger safety
Experience & Qualifications
To be considered for this role, you must have:
- Current Queensland MR Driver's Licence or higher
- Current Driver Authorisation (DA), or the ability to obtain one (medical assessment required)
- Previous experience driving buses
- Experience working with children is highly regarded
- Strong understanding of safe driving practices and compliance requirements
Why Apply?
- Consistent work during school terms
- School holidays and public holidays off
- Supportive working environment
- Opportunity for additional charter work
- Make a positive difference within your local community
If you are a dependable and safety-conscious driver looking for a rewarding role, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today through Recruitment 247 or contact our team for further information.
07 3281 2489
apply@recruitment247.com.au