Job Description
The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for Casual School Bus Drivers to join our team and help transport students safely to and from school each day. This rewarding role is ideal for those who enjoy driving, working within their local community, and making a positive difference in the lives of young people.
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 Casual School Bus Drivers to join our team in Kaitaia, providing safe, reliable, and friendly transport services for students in the local community. This role involves operating scheduled school bus routes, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of passengers, and delivering a high standard of customer service while maintaining strict safety practices.
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
Ready to apply?
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!
Ritchies has grown over more than 85 years to become one of New Zealand’s most successful bus and coach tour companies.
From humble beginnings in 1935 in the small South Canterbury town of Temuka we’re now a nationwide company with teams from Kaitaia in the north to Gore in the south. We’re also proud to own Pearsons, Leabourn Passenger Transport Service, Greenline Motors and Pavlovich Coachlines.
We can offer flexible hours and a friendly work environment with the opportunity to build a career in an industry that's making a difference in your community.
Many of our drivers, mechanics and cleaners have been promoted through the company. Join Team Ritchies and get your new career on the road.