Locations: Leichhardt, Kingsgrove, Burwood, Tempe
We are currently hiring motivated candidates across these locations to become fully qualified bus drivers through our accelerated training program.
Be job-ready in as little as 4 weeks, with full support from our Recruitment and Training teams.
Why Work From These Locations
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Well-connected inner-city and metropolitan routes with strong, consistent demand
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Opportunity to operate across diverse and high-frequency services
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Access to established depots with experienced operational and training support
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Exposure to complex routes that build strong driving capability and confidence
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Be part of bus electrification projects, working with modern and environmentally sustainable fleets
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Play a key role in supporting Sydney’s transition to greener public transport
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Close proximity to major transport hubs and infrastructure
Driver Fast Track Program
This is a structured, end-to-end pathway designed to take you from applicant to operational driver quickly and efficiently.
You will be supported at every step, with clear timelines, hands-on training, and a team committed to your success.
What You’ll Be Doing-
Operating buses across charter services, school runs, and regular routes
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Ensuring passenger safety and comfort at all times
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Delivering professional and friendly customer service
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Supporting essential services that keep communities connected
What You’ll Get-
Up to $6,000 Sign-On Bonus* Successful applicants may be eligible for up to $5,000 sign-on bonus. *T&Cs apply.
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Paid training from start to finish
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Licence upgrade support (Car to MR)
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Nationally recognised, RTO-accredited Bus Driver training course
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Strong job security in a high-demand industry
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Structured onboarding and buddy training
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Ongoing support from experienced trainers and team leaders
Reimbursement of Out-of-Pocket Expense
Eligible onboarding and licence-related expenses reimbursed after 3 months of employment.
Why Join Us-
Build a long-term career with real progression opportunities
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Increase your earning potential through additional shifts and charter work
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Join a stable and growing organisation
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Be part of a supportive and team-focused environment
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Access wellbeing and support programs
About You-
Australian or New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident
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Hold a current car (C Class), MR, or HR driver’s licence
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Unrestricted Australian driver’s licence held for at least 12 months within the last 24 months
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Flexible and available to work a range of shifts
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Strong driving record
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Confident communicator with the ability to follow procedures and interact with customers
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Willing to complete pre-employment checks and medical assessment
We Support You With-
Police Check
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Commercial Driver’s Medical Assessment
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Driver Authority
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Working with Children Check
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Driver History Record
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Licence Upgrade
Start Your Journey Today
Attend our daily open days at Bankstown Depot to meet the team and begin your application.
Limited vacancies available. Positions are filling quickly.
Apply now or express your interest and register to attend Open Days at:
[email protected]
No experience required. If you have the right attitude, we will support you every step of the way.
About Transit Systems NSW
In partnership with the Government, Transit Systems NSW innovates, designs and delivers public transport solutions that attract customers because they are easy to use, reliable, convenient and safe. To ensure ease of use, we deliver integrated bus services and transport networks, intelligently easing road congestion and increasing a city’s sustainability and liveability.
Transit Systems NSW is part of Kelsian Group (Kelsian), Australia’s largest integrated multi-modal transport provider and tourism operator, with established bus operations in Australia, Singapore, USA, UK and the Channel Islands. Kelsian provides essential journeys for our customers by delivering safe and intelligent transport solutions designed to improve the sustainability and liveability of the communities we serve.
Kelsian has over 30 years’ experience delivering tourism and passenger transport services. The Group is a leader in sustainable public transport as the operator of Australia’s largest zero emission bus fleet and Australia’s largest electrified bus depot.
As at 31 Dec 2024, Kelsian directly employs over 12,600 people and operates over 5,800 buses, 115 vessels and 24 light rail vehicles that delivered more than 378 million customer journeys over the last year.
For more information about Transit Systems, please visit our website.
We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
