Bus Driver

There is a fair degree of autonomy in the role, as you research appropriate venues for outings, working with your team and directly with residents to plan and deliver fun and exciting bus-trips. Working to a schedule is critical in this role as you work with the Leisure and Lifestyle Manager to establish a calendar of outings balanced against events, activities and the regular cleaning and maintenance of our fleet.

The Leisure and Lifestyle team have a strong focus on resident wellbeing. The successful applicant will need to be able to adapt their work practise to a range of resident needs; working closely with other team members, providing assistance to residents and participating in programs and activities when required.

A current NSW LR (light rigid) driver’s licence, a safe driving record and a good knowledge of WHS (Work Health Safety) principles are a requirement of this role.

There are two Mercedes Sprinters and a Mitsubishi Fusio in our fleet.

The successful applicant will need to be able to demonstrate a genuine liking for elderly people, have experience working with people with dementia, be vibrant, creative, flexible and adaptive, and want a degree of autonomy and responsibility in a job. If that describes you, we will actively support you, and we can guarantee that you will find the role both challenging and fulfilling.

You will need to be able to work within a philosophy of care that strongly supports the dignity of elderly people. Comprehensive orientation and training will be provided to the successful candidate. A knowledge of and/or previous experience working in an aged care environment; will be looked upon favourably, but is not a requirement.

Find the standard application form and selection criteria below.