Part Time Charter Driver - Whakatane/Kawerau
About this role
Charter Driver – Whakatāne/Kawerau
Ready to take the wheel in a role where every day brings different people, places, and journeys? We’re looking for a confident Charter Driver to join our Whakatāne/Kawerau team on a part time (minimum of 30 hours per week) basis.
If you hold a Class 2 licence and passenger endorsement as a minimum, enjoy meeting people, and take pride in delivering safe, friendly, memorable travel experiences, we’d love to hear from you. You’ll be helping connect communities, support local events and charters and play a part in Aotearoa New Zealand’s thriving visitor economy.
Why join Team Ritchies?
Ritchies is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading passenger transport companies, with more than 3,000 people providing coach and charter services across the country.
We partner with regional councils, schools, businesses, community groups and the general public to keep people moving. You’ll also be joining us at an exciting point in our journey as we continue moving towards a more sustainable public transport future.
About you
You’re ready for a change and want a role where your driving skills, professionalism and customer focus are genuinely valued.
You enjoy representing your region, welcoming Kiwis and visitors alike, and making every journey feel safe and easy. You’re flexible for weekend work and overnight stays when charter work requires it, take pride in your presentation, and communicate confidently with people from all walks of life.
What you’ll bring
- A friendly, confident communication style and the ability to deliver commentary
- Physically capable of lifting up to 20kgs
- NZ Class 2 license (minimum)
- P endorsement
What’s in it for you?
- Plenty of training and ongoing support to help you feel confident and set up for success
- A supportive, down-to-earth team
- Career opportunities with one of New Zealand’s leading passenger transport operators
- Uniform provided
Ready to get moving?
At Ritchies, we’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer with a strong focus on Health and Safety. Our pre-employment checks include drug testing, Ministry of Justice checks and reference checking.
If this sounds like your next move, apply through the link below — we’d love to have you on board.
Candidates for this position must be in New Zealand and have the right to work in New Zealand at the time of application.
Company at a glance
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.
Top Benefits
- Training
- Ongoing support
- Uniform provided
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