School Bus Driver - Birkenhead
- Ritchies Transport Holdings Ltd
- Birkenhead, Auckland, New Zealand
- 27 May, 2026
Job Description
Join our team and make a difference as a School Bus Driver with Ritchies Transport! Keep Birkenhead’s kids safe and connected every day.
About Us
Ritchies Transport is one of New Zealand’s largest privately owned transport operators, proudly providing bus and coach services nationwide. Since 1935, we’ve evolved from a small family-run business into a major player in public transport, school bus services, and charter travel.
With a focus on safety, reliability, and outstanding customer service, we play a vital role in connecting communities, supporting daily commuters, and ensuring students have a safe and reliable way to travel.
About the Role
We are looking for passionate and dedicated School Bus Drivers to join our team in Birkenhead. In this role, you’ll be responsible for transporting children to and from school safely, reliably, and on time. You'll create a friendly, welcoming atmosphere for the kids, ensuring their safety and well-being throughout the journey.
Not only will you have the opportunity to be part of a supportive team, but you'll also have the satisfaction of knowing you're helping students get to school and home again each day.
What You Offer
- Full Class 2 (minimum)
- P Endorsement
- A genuine passion for driving and working with children
- Strong reliability and punctuality
- Excellent communication skills
- A safety-conscious, professional attitude
- Ability to stay calm and make good decisions under pressure
What We Offer
- Uniform Provided
- Fortnightly pay
- Training and ongoing support
- Job Stability
- Rewarding and impactful role
- Friendly, team-oriented environment
- Health and Safety Focused Organisation
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
As a health and safety-conscious employer, we conduct pre-employment checks, including drug testing, Ministry of Justice/Police Vetting checks, and reference checks.
Candidates for this position must be in New Zealand and have the right to work in New Zealand at the time of application.
Ready to make a difference? Click apply and join the Ritchies Transport team today!
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.