About us
SouthLink is a subsidiary of Keolis Downer, Australia's largest provider of multi-modal public transport. Keolis Downer operates and integrates all types of mobility services for more than 250 million passenger journeys each year in Sydney's Northern Beaches, Newcastle, Melbourne, the Gold Coast, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and regional South Australia.
Operating since 1995, SouthLink partners with the South Australian Government to deliver a world‐class bus transport system for the Adelaide Hills community.
About the role
We have various vacancies for permanent and casual bus drivers at our depots in Aldgate and Mount Barker in the Adelaide Hills.
We operate Adelaide Metro routes between the Adelaide Hills and the city, 7 days a week.
If you have a passion for customer service and a genuine interest in driving, this is a great opportunity to build a safe, rewarding, and flexible career.
About you
Genuine interest in driving.
Passion for customer service.
Good communication skills – able to read, understand and converse in English, read maps, understand timetables, operate radio and learn operating procedures and systems.
Positive and flexible outlook to work in the role.
Have a focus on safety.
What's in it for you
Attractive pay & rewards – total earnings approximately $70k per annum.
Overtime opportunities.
Paid training.
Fully paid assistance in meeting the required licensing requirements if needed.
Ongoing training and development.
Uniform provided.
Opportunity for career progression to build a long and successful career in a multinational company.
Flexible working conditions.
Supportive work environment.
An Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families.
What you will need
A current and valid driver's licence (HR desirable but not essential as assistance will be provided).
Right to live and work in Australia.
Currently residing in SA.
Ability to pass pre‐employment medical (including drug & alcohol screening).
Large Passenger (LP) desirable, or willing to obtain one.
We offer assistance in obtaining the following qualifications (this is not required before interviews):
* Upgrade to HR Licence
* Attainment of Large Passenger (LP) Accreditation
* Valid Working with Children Check clearance
Application Questions
* How many years' experience do you have as a bus driver?
* Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
* Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
* Are you willing to undergo a pre‐employment medical check?
* Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
* Do you have a heavy vehicle driver's licence?
* Do you have customer service experience?
* Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
Equal Employment Opportunity
Keolis Downer is an equal opportunity employer that promotes diversity and inclusion. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and encourage all people to apply regardless of background, experience, identity, ability or thinking style. As a proud RAP organisation, Keolis Downer is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
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