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Casual School Driver - Fairlie

Timaru District, Canterbury, New Zealand · On-site

Mid level

The Opportunity We are looking for 2x School Bus Drivers to join our team in Fairlie on a casual basis. You will be working school bus hours, before and after school. This is a great opportunity if you’re looking for cas…

Skills: Full Class 2 NZ License, P Endorsement, Safe Driving, Communication, Reliability

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Ski Bus Driver

Methven, Canterbury, New Zealand · On-site

Mid level

Who we are Ritchies Transport is one of New Zealand’s largest bus and coach operators, with a nationwide fleet and operations across urban, school, charter, and tourism services. Nationwide network with thousands of staf…

Skills: Bus Driving, Alpine Driving, Customer Service, Passenger Transport, Vehicle Safety

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Casual School Driver - Geraldine

Timaru District, Canterbury, New Zealand · On-site

Mid level

The Opportunity We are looking for a School Bus Driver to join our team in Geraldine on a casual basis. You will be working school bus hours, before and after school. This is a great opportunity if you’re looking for cas…

Skills: Full Class 2 NZ License, P Endorsement, Safe Driving, Communication, Patience

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Urban Bus Drivers Westgate and Swanson x 20

Henderson-Massey, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site

Mid level

The Opportunity We are looking for Class 2 or Class 4 Drivers with a P endorsement to join the teams at our Swanson and Westgate depots. These are permanent, full‑time urban driver opportunities. These positions are rost…

Skills: Class 2 NZ Licence, Class 4 NZ Licence, P Endorsement, Safe Driving, Communication

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SESTA Driver

Henderson-Massey, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site

Mid level

Drive With Heart – Make a Difference Every Day The Opportunity We’re searching for Specialised School Transport Assistance (SESTA) Drivers to join our team in Westgate. This is more than just a driving role – it’s meanin…

Skills: Driving, Patient Care, Communication Skills, Child Safety, Relationship Building

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School Bus Driver x 5

Whangārei District, Northland, New Zealand · On-site

Mid level

The Opportunity We're searching for a School Bus Driver to join our team in Whangarei. You will be working school bus hours, before and after school. There is also the opportunity to pick up extra work doing charters whe…

Skills: Bus Driving, Safe Operation, Communication, Patience, Reliability

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Casual SESTA Driver x 5

Whangārei District, Northland, New Zealand · On-site

Mid level

Drive With Heart – Make a Difference Every Day The Opportunity We’re searching for Specialised School Transport Assistance (SESTA) Drivers to join our team in Westgate. This is more than just a driving role – it’s meanin…

Skills: Driving, Patient Care, Communication Skills, Child Safety, Relationship Building

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School Bus Driver - Morrinsville

Matamata Piako District, Waikato, New Zealand · On-site

Mid level

The Opportunity We are looking for School Bus Drivers to join our team in Morrinsville. Reporting to our Morrinsville Depot, you will be working school bus hours, before and after school. There is also the opportunity to…

Skills: Class 2 NZ License, P Endorsement, Safe Driving, Communication, Patience

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Operations Supervisor - Queenstown

Queenstown-Lakes District, Otago, New Zealand · On-site

Mid level

Are you ready to be part of an exciting team that keeps New Zealand moving? Join us at Ritchies Transport and help us keep the wheels turning! About Us Ritchies Transport is one of New Zealand’s largest privately owned t…

Skills: Supervisory Skills, Operational Management, Leadership, Team Management, Communication

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Urban Bus Drivers - Takanini x 10

Manurewa, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site

Mid level

The Opportunity We are looking for Class 2 or Class 4 Drivers with a P endorsement to join the team at our Takanini depot. These are permanent, full‑time urban driver opportunities. These positions are roster‑based, you …

Skills: Class 2 NZ Licence, Class 4 NZ Licence, P Endorsement, Safe Driving, Communication

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Casual School Driver - Fairlie

Ritchies Transport

Timaru District, Canterbury, New Zealand • On-site

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  • Per diem
  • Uniform, Career Progression Opportunities, Friendly Team Environment
  • Posted 1d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Transport children to and from school during morning and afternoon hours. Optionally perform charter driving duties as required by the company.

Requirements

Must possess a minimum of a Full Class 2 NZ License and a P endorsement. Candidates must pass a medical, drug test, and Ministry of Justice background check.

Full job description

The Opportunity
We are looking for 2x School Bus Drivers to join our team in Fairlie on a casual basis.
You will be working school bus hours, before and after school.


This is a great opportunity if you’re looking for casual hours that fit around school schedules, enjoy being out and about in your community, and want to work for a company that genuinely values its people.
There is also the opportunity to pick up extra work doing charters when required. You will get school holidays off, except when we need you for ongoing training or development.

About us
Ritchies is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading passenger transport companies with a team of more than 2,000 people providing coach and charter services right across the country.
We partner with regional councils and schools to supply public transport services as well as offering a range of bus and coach hire services to businesses and the general public. You would be joining us at an exciting time in Ritchies’ history as we gear up to decarbonise our fleet and move to a more sustainable public transport model.

About You
You’re looking for a change, you want to work for a company that values your skills and work ethic and you’re ready to make the move!
You enjoy driving and being out in your community.
You’re a safe operator who takes pride in their appearance and communicates well. You understand that you will be transporting children to & from school and have the patience to deal with these members of our community.

Your Skills
• Full Class 2 NZ License (minimum)
• Reliable
• Good communicator
• P endorsement

What you get
• Uniform
• Career progression opportunities
• Friendly, team environment

Process from here
We are an equal opportunities employer, that focuses heavily on Health and Safety. As such, our pre-employment checks include drug testing, Ministry of Justice checks and reference checking. Due to the nature of this role, a VCA will have to be successfully passed before role is offered. As regulations require, you will also need to pass a medical.


To be considered for this role, please apply online through the link below.


Candidates for this position must be in New Zealand have the right to work in New Zealand at the time of application.

Related keywords

School Bus DriverPassenger TransportClass 2 LicenseP EndorsementCharter ServicesPublic TransportDecarbonisationHealth and SafetyVCANew Zealand

About Ritchies Transport

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Driving for extraordinary

Industry
Ground Passenger Transportation
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1935
Headquarters
Auckland, AUK
LinkedIn followers
1,874

Ritchies is one of New Zealand’s most successful urban and charter transport operators – a proven and dependable service provider with a strong performance history. Established in 1935 in the small South Island town of Temuka, Ritchies has grown to become the second-largest passenger transport company in New Zealand, with a fleet of more than 1,700 vehicles and over 2,200 employees.

Offices: 572 Swanson Road, Auckland, AUK 0612, NZ · 40 Abros Pl, Christchurch, Canterbury 8053, NZ

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About Ritchies Transport

LinkedInVisit site

Driving for extraordinary

Industry
Ground Passenger Transportation
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1935
Headquarters
Auckland, AUK
LinkedIn followers
1,874

Ritchies is one of New Zealand’s most successful urban and charter transport operators – a proven and dependable service provider with a strong performance history. Established in 1935 in the small South Island town of Temuka, Ritchies has grown to become the second-largest passenger transport company in New Zealand, with a fleet of more than 1,700 vehicles and over 2,200 employees.

Offices: 572 Swanson Road, Auckland, AUK 0612, NZ · 40 Abros Pl, Christchurch, Canterbury 8053, NZ

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