Overview
BUS OPERATOR/DRIVER - CARINA/GARDEN CITY
Salary Range: Traineeship: AUD $1,332 per week gross + superannuation. Remuneration stated is for full time positions and effective from 08 October 2025. Penalties, overtime, and allowances are in addition to the above rate. Work type: Temporary Full Time (up to 2 years) with the opportunity for career progression and permanency.
Our Business: Brisbane City Council operates one of the largest bus fleets in Australia and offers a variety of services to the public, including time-tabled bus services, tourist, school, special events and charter runs as required across Brisbane City. Transport Operations delivers bus network services from seven depots (Carina, Garden City, Toowong, Sherwood, Willawong, Virginia and Eagle Farm), with network coordination and maintenance on our bus fleet. Our Bus Operators/Drivers demonstrate outstanding customer service and prioritise zero harm and workplace health and safety for themselves, passengers, and the public alike.
The Role
As a Bus Operator/Driver, you will play an instrumental part in moving the people of Brisbane safely to their destination while providing exceptional customer service to passengers. Once out on the road, the role is largely autonomous, providing smooth journeys and friendly service to customers, residents and visitors. You’ll be supported by the Network Coordination Centre and your home-depot, with a team of like-minded Public Transport Services staff.
Eligibility requirements
- have work rights status in Australia
- have held an Australian C class car licence for at least three years (HR/HC/MC licences are highly regarded)
- be able to obtain a current driver authorisation (G class) from the Queensland Government
- be able to obtain an HR licence from the Queensland Department of Transport (current HR licence highly regarded)
- have a clean driving history (i.e. not lost more than six demerit points in the past three years, or had a suspended license or good behaviour period in the last four years, excluding SPER)
- be available full-time Monday to Friday whilst completing the Bus Operator/Driver induction program
What our Operators say
“I like that my office view changes every day and I am constantly learning new skills on how to manoeuvre these long heavy vehicles. I enjoy and appreciate the supportive work environment and helpful work colleagues” – Pauline, Carina Depot
“When I started training, I was amazed and terrified at the sheer size of the buses I was learning to drive. After my initial training, I have grown quite comfortable driving the bus and now after more time in the role, I actually miss driving when I am not at work” - Mandy, Sherwood Depot
Expression of Interest process
At Brisbane City Council, we use an Expression of Interest process to capture future eager drivers details for our regular recruitment intakes. An Expression of Interest is an application process where our system will ask you to create a profile and an updated resume showcasing information about you and your past job history.
You’ll then be added to our Bus Operator candidate pool, where you’ll be considered for Bus Operating opportunities. If you are a suitable match, you will be contacted by our team when we are ready to proceed with the next recruitment intake.
Please submit your application to only one advertisement with the depots most conveniently located near you: Toowong/Sherwood/Willawong; Carina/Garden City; Eagle Farm/Virginia. For more information, contact the Brisbane City Council Bus Recruitment team at
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