School Bus Driver
Are you ready to be part of an exciting team that keeps New Zealand moving? Come on board with us at Ritchies Transport and help us keep New Zealand moving!
About us
Ritchies Transport is one of New Zealand’s largest privately owned transport operators, providing bus and coach services across the country. Founded in 1935, the company has grown from a small family-run business into a major player in public transport, school bus services, and charter travel.
Ritchies operates urban bus networks in several regions, including Auckland, Queenstown, and Dunedin, as well as offering long-distance coach services and tourism transport. Known for its focus on safety, reliability, and customer service, the company plays a key role in connecting communities and supporting both daily commuters and the tourism industry.
About the role
We’re looking for permanent part-time School Bus Drivers to join our team in Oamaru, providing safe, reliable, and friendly transport services for students in the community. This role involves operating scheduled school routes, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of passengers, and delivering a high standard of customer service while maintaining strict safety practices. School Bus Drivers play an important role in helping students travel safely and keeping communities connected every day.
Key responsibilities
- Safely transport school children, vulnerable passengers, or members of the public while maintaining a high standard of care
- Build positive relationships with schools, caregivers, and communities
- Demonstrate patience, professionalism, and sound judgement in managing passenger behaviour and challenging situations
- Operate routes efficiently while adapting to changing traffic, weather, and operational conditions
What you offer
- Full Class 2 or class 4 NZ Licence
- P Endorsement
- Reliable and punctual
- Good communication skills
- Safety-focused with a professional attitude
What we offer
- Uniform provided
- Fortnightly pay
- Training and ongoing support
- Rewarding, community-focused role
- Friendly, team-oriented environment
- Health and Safety focused organisation
- Stable employment with a company providing an essential community service
- Employment Assistance Programme such as Sonder
As we are a health and safety conscious employer, our pre-employment checks include drug testing, Ministry of Justice checks and reference checking.
Candidates for this position must be in New Zealand and have the right to work in New Zealand at the time of application.
Does this sound like you? Click apply and hop onboard with us!
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