Join Sundale as a Bus Driver!
Sunshine Coast | Full Time | Monday to Friday| Make a Real Impact Every Day
Looking for a meaningful role where you can support older Australians to stay connected, active and engaged in their community?
With more than 60 years of service across aged care, community care, retirement communities and affordable housing, Sundale is committed to empowering Queenslanders to live their best lives — and that includes our team members.
We are seeking a reliable and caring Bus Driver to join our team on a full-time basis, working Monday to Friday, supporting residents across the Sunshine Coast.
Why Sundale?
At Sundale, we live by our values:
- Care – Creating quality and meaningful experiences for everyone in the Sundale community
- Connection – Listening and responding to the needs of others
- Creativity – Finding better, innovative ways to do things and be part of our community
We offer a supportive, people-first workplace where your contribution truly matters.
About the Role
As a Bus Driver, you will be responsible for the safe and timely transportation of residents to and from external activities and community outings. You will also play an important part in creating a positive experience for residents, assisting them on and off the bus, supporting outings and helping maintain the vehicle in a clean, safe and functional condition.
This role is ideal for someone who is safety-focused, approachable and enjoys building respectful relationships with older people, families, volunteers and team members.
What You’ll Do
- Safely transport residents to and from external activities, events and outings
- Assist residents on and off the bus, including support with seating, seatbelts and shopping where required
- Maintain a courteous, friendly and professional manner with residents, families and team members
- Keep the bus clean, serviceable and ready for use
- Conduct regular vehicle checks and report maintenance issues promptly
- Maintain accurate vehicle log records, including maintenance and servicing documentation
- Assist recreation and care teams during organised outings and activities when not driving
- Support the planning and research of future outings to enhance resident experiences
- Comply with road safety requirements, Sundale policies, WHS expectations and manual handling procedures
- Work collaboratively with site managers, lifestyle teams, volunteers and other Sundale team members
About You
You will be a dependable and professional driver with a genuine interest in supporting older people to enjoy meaningful experiences in the community.
You will also bring:
- A strong commitment to resident safety and wellbeing
- A friendly, respectful and patient approach
- The ability to build rapport with residents, families and colleagues
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Flexibility to adapt to changing tasks, priorities and resident needs
- A high standard driving record
- Awareness of WHS and manual handling requirements
Required Qualifications or Certificates
- Current unrestricted Queensland Driver Licence
- Light Rigid, LR, classification as a minimum requirement
- Current Senior First Aid and CPR certificate – or willing to complete
- National Police Check – Sundale will arrange
- Pre-employment medical assessment – Sundale will arrange
Sundale Values Its Team Members and Provides a Comprehensive Range of Benefits
- Above-award wage rates
- Additional 5% superannuation above the Superannuation Guarantee
- Salary packaging: up to $15,900 tax-free + $2,650 for meals and entertainment
- Generous leave entitlements: 5 weeks annual leave for full-time employees
- Paid parental leave: 6 weeks for eligible full-time team members
- Exclusive perks: discounts, financial tips and wellbeing resources via our Flare platform
- Access to car salary packaging
- Private health discounts
- EAP support: access to confidential support services
- Referral bonus: up to $300 for every successful referral
- Uniforms provided
- Career progression and development opportunities
Make a Real Difference Every Day
As a Bus Driver, you will help residents remain connected to the community, enjoy meaningful outings and participate in experiences that support their wellbeing and quality of life.
If you value safety, kindness, teamwork and making a positive difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply Now
Apply today through or visit our careers page for more information about careers with Sundale.
We review applications as they are received — apply early to avoid missing out.
We Embrace Diversity
Sundale welcomes applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people of all ages.
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
