Career transition from retail to Entry Level Bus Driver

About Us:

As Australia and New Zealand’s largest and greenest bus operator, Kinetic plays an important role in connecting communities. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re committed to creating opportunities where everyone can thrive.

The Opportunity:

Our Women Up Front Trainee Bus Driver Program is designed for women who are ready for a career change—whether you’re returning to the workforce, changing industries, or looking for a more secure and rewarding role.

No prior bus driving experience is required. We provide the training, support, and mentoring you need to transition confidently into a new career as a licensed bus driver.

This includes:

• A friendly and supportive environment
• An extensive induction training program with a mix of classroom and on-road training
• Training to obtain a Heavy Rigid (HR) licence
• A 12-month training program (mix of classroom and on the job training) to gain a nationally recognised qualification (Certificate III in Driving Operations - Bus)
• Industry leading pay throughout your training
• You will be assigned a buddy throughout the training process to support your development
• 7 Depot locations - North Fitzroy, Preston, Thomastown, Doncaster, Keysborough, Heatherton & Sunshine West.

We’re after people with:

• Excellent customer service skills and who enjoy working with people
• A current Australian car driver’s licence (full licence held for minimum 2 years)
• Hold Australian work rights (Permanent Resident or Australian Citizen)
• Willingness to have a pre‐employment functional, drug and alcohol assessment
• Willingness to obtain a Driver Accreditation and Working With Children Check

**Please note those shortlisted must attend an assessment centre from our North Fitzroy depot.

The benefits of working with us:

• Employment with Australasia's leading mass transit bus operator
• Best base rate, penalties and allowances across the industry - $39.06 base rate per hour
• Full on-the-job training is offered to approved applicants
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program Including wellbeing, financial and nutritional coaching, counselling, and legal advice
• Secure employment with genuine career progression opportunities

How to apply:

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career—or begin a completely new one—click 'Apply'.

Kinetic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, with a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We invite all applicants to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.

For more information visit: www.wearekinetic.com