Bus Driver

We are looking for the best drivers for the best full time bus driving gig in Australia! An opportunity not to be missed!

Were taking our Defence Force Recruitment team on the road, and we are looking for a safe, reliable, and friendly Bus Driver to provide safe carriage for our team as they reach all areas of Australia to provide an equal opportunity to Australian’s wanting to access a career in Australian Defence Force.

Details about the Client

ADF Careers is the largest workforce outsourcing solution in the southern hemisphere with over 80,000 applications received on average each year.

ADF Careers is on a mission to recruit the right people, in the right numbers, at the right time to support the Australian Defence Force to build, sustain and maximise Defence capability.

Our people are our greatest asset. We recognise and respect our people’s need to work in ways that support their careers, families, and lifestyle. That’s why we offer flexible working arrangements, learning pathways, additional leave entitlements and extensive corporate discounts across a variety of product and services. We want our people to be financially rewarded; to feel good and to go beyond what they thought possible at work.

Be you, and we’ll be better together.

To find out more about our great employee benefits and what it’s like to be part of the team, reach out to our friendly talent acquisition team.

Detailed Job Description

The Bus Driver is responsible for delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable transport across regional and rural Australia for DFR. Applicants need to be prepared to work a rotating roster (generally 2 weeks on, 1 week off) and drive staff to various locales around Australia to underpin regional events and recruiting efforts. More detailed information regarding working patterns will be discussed during the recruitment process.

You will:

• Deliver a prompt, reliable and safe transport service.
• Carry out pre-departure, travel and post departure safety checks on vehicle, reporting and escalating any mechanical or general issues immediately.
• Drive with the safety and comfort of passengers at top of mind, seeking the most efficient but safest route to required destination.
• Identify, address and report unsafe or unhealthy conditions, practices or behaviour in the workplace, following internal Adecco DFR processes.
• Maintain current knowledge of local road laws in each State and Territory travelling through, as well as Company policies relating to Workplace Health and Safety, and Security.
• Accurately complete recording procedures, including daily journal, time records, customer loading data, and fuel and charter records, as required.
• Maintain agility and adaptability whilst working in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain Basic Fatigue Management Accreditation.
• Ensure candidate experience is delivered to the highest possible standard, and that compliance is met in all instances.
• Develop, manage and maintain a high service level client relationship through the provision of services that meet or exceed the expectations of Defence and the DFR Adecco contract, further encouraging a strong and ongoing relationship between Adecco and the Commonwealth of Australia.

Candidate’s Profile

To be successful in this role, you will meet the following criteria:

• Be an Australian Citizen
• Hold a current Heavy Rigid Driving License
• Basic Fatigue Management Accreditation (regarded but not required)
• Must be able to complete/maintain a Police-check, Baseline Security Clearance, Working with Children Check (or state/territory equivalent)

Your background will demonstrate:

• Experience delivering safe and reliable bus transport delivery in a customer centric environment. A demonstrated customer centric approach to your work
• Safe and reliable driving record 
• Experience operating a bus on either short or long-haul journeys. 
• Pride and adherence to cleanliness and presentation standards of the bus and your own grooming standards. 

To apply for this position, you must be an Australian citizen and have the ability to maintain an Australian AGSVA security clearance.

How to apply

If eligible, please submit your resume; applications are open to all qualified Australian citizens regardless of their background, identity, experiences and beliefs. Please connect with us at any time during the recruitment process for a confidential conversation if you require assistance to participate fully in our recruitment process.

If you require any further information on this great opportunity, please email Victoria Emms on: *************@adecco.com.au

To apply for this position, please submit your application online through our designated platform. The deadline for applications is 11:30 PM (AEST) on Wednesday 17th April 2024. Its important to note that applications will be reviewed and processed as they are received.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team, and we look forward to receiving your application.