Job Description
The Opportunity
We're looking for a Casual School Bus Driver to join our team in Fairlie.
This role involves school bus runs before and after school, making it an ideal opportunity for someone seeking flexible work that fits around family commitments, retirement, study or other part-time work.
You will play an important role in your local community, safely transporting students to and from school each day. There may also be opportunities to pick up additional charter work when available.
As part of the role, you'll enjoy school holidays off, except where training or development activities are required.
About Us
Ritchies is one of Aotearoa New Zealand's leading passenger transport companies, employing more than 3,000 people nationwide. We partner with regional councils, schools, businesses and communities to deliver safe and reliable transport services across New Zealand.
We're also on an exciting journey as we continue to invest in a more sustainable future and transition our fleet towards lower-emission transport solutions.
About You
You'll be someone who enjoys driving, values safety, and takes pride in delivering a great experience for the people you transport.
You are:
- A safe and responsible driver
- Friendly, patient, and professional
- Reliable and dependable
- Comfortable working with school-aged children
- A strong communicator who enjoys being part of the local community
What You'll Bring
- Full Class 2 New Zealand Driver Licence (minimum)
- P Endorsement
- Excellent communication skills
- A strong focus on safety and customer service
- Reliability and a positive attitude
What We Offer
- Uniform provided
- Supportive team environment
- Ongoing training and development
- Career progression opportunities within a nationwide organisation
- The chance to make a positive difference in your community every day
Our Recruitment Process
As a safety-conscious organisation, successful applicants will be required to complete pre-employment checks, including:
- Drug and alcohol testing
- Ministry of Justice check
- Reference checks
- Vulnerable Children's Act (VCA) check
- Medical assessment
Applicants must be in New Zealand have the legal right to work in New Zealand at the time of application.
Every school day starts with a safe and reliable journey. If you're ready to play an important role in the lives of local students, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now