In-Demand Part time jobs for older people Jobs in Canberra Act

Bus Operator in Training (BOT) / Bus Operator | Part-time Permanent
City and Environment —Canberra ACT
- $85,836 a year
- Part-time
- Commuter assistance
Christmas Casual Sales Assistant | Canberra Centre Prouds
Prouds —Canberra ACT
- $34.89 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Customer service
- On-the-job training
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9d
Administration Assistant - Older Persons Mental Health Services | Full-time Permanent
Canberra Health Services —Canberra ACT
- $86,750 - $93,416 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
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3d
Fire Tower Operator/General Hand | Full-Time and Part-Time Temporary
Justice and Community Safety —Canberra ACT
- $77,358 - $80,716 a year
- Temporary
9d
Resident Services Assistant (Retirement Villages)
Hindmarsh —Canberra ACT
- $25.00 - $35.58 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Customer service
- Communication skills
8d
Christmas Casual Sales Assistant | Goldmark Woden
Goldmark —Woden ACT
- $34.89 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Customer service
- On-the-job training
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9d
Animal Care Attendant | Casual
Canberra Institute of Technology —Canberra ACT
- $68,266 - $71,255 a year
- Full-time
- Outdoor work
Christmas Casual Sales Assistant | Goldmark Belconnen
Goldmark —Belconnen ACT
- $34.89 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Customer service
- On-the-job training
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10d
Christmas Casual Sales Assistant | Prouds Belconnen
Prouds —Belconnen ACT
- $34.89 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Customer service
- On-the-job training
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13d
Christmas Casual Sales Assistant | Angus & Coote Canberra Centre
Angus & Coote —Canberra ACT
- $34.89 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Sales
- Customer service
- On-the-job training
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9d
Visitor Services Supervisor | Part-time Permanent
Cultural Facilities Corporation —Canberra ACT
- $78,755 - $84,284 a year
- Part-time
- First Aid Certification
2d
Christmas Casual Sales Assistant | Angus & Coote Belconnen
Angus & Coote —Belconnen ACT
- $34.89 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Sales
- Customer service
- On-the-job training
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3d
Assistant Data Analyst | Full-time Permanent
City and Environment —Canberra ACT
- $95,722 - $100,956 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
2d
Home Care Worker - ACT - Canberra North
Silverchain —Belconnen ACT
- $32.86 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- First Aid Certification
Quick Apply
Volunteer Retail Assistant - Jamison Salvos Stores (ACT)
Salvos Stores Australia —Canberra ACT
- Part-time
Volunteer - Community Transport Driver
Capital Region Community Services —Canberra ACT
- Monday to Friday
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
Quick Apply
Home Care Worker Act - Queanbeyan - Casual
Silverchain —Queanbeyan NSW
- $46.76 an hour
- Remote
- First Aid Certification
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Lifestyle Officer - Campbell
Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT) —Campbell ACT
- No degree
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Employee assistance program
- Referral program
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ICT Support Officer | Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency
Digital Canberra —Canberra ACT
- $102,657 - $116,592 a year
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Work from home
11d
Volunteer Retail Assistant - Phillip Salvos Stores (ACT)
Salvos Stores Australia —Phillip ACT
- Part-time

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Bus Operator in Training (BOT) / Bus Operator | Part-time Permanent

City and Environment -
Canberra ACT

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Job Details

Permanent | Part-time
$85,836 a year

Benefits

Commuter assistance
Training program

Qualifications

Working with Vulnerable People Registration
Certificate III
Driver Licence
HR Licence
MR Licence

Full Job Description

Closes: 06 September 2026

Classification: Bus Operator - Training
Salary: $85,836 plus superannuation
Position No: SDRT03
Directorate: City and Environment
Advertised (Gazettal date): 10 August 2026
Contact Officer: Transport Canberra Recruitment and Training Team on [email protected]

Details: Drive Your Career Forward – Become a Bus Operator with Transport Canberra!

Looking for a role where everyday makes a difference? Join Transport Canberra and help keep our city moving! We’re on the lookout for friendly, reliable and community minded people to deliver safe, high quality bus services across Canberra.

We need drivers who bring:

Demonstrate strong navigation and time‑management abilities, confidently reading maps and maintaining a consistent schedule across designated routes.
Safely operate public transit vehicles while providing a smooth, comfortable, and positive travel experience for all customers.
Satisfy Transport Canberra’s eligibility, suitability, and professional standards.
Embrace a variety of shift patterns—including early mornings, days, evenings, nights, split shifts, and regular weekend work—showing reliability and commitment to operational needs.

Why Choose Transport Canberra?

We provide competitive pay, excellent benefits and comprehensive training, including support to upgrade your licence (for ACT licence holders). Everything you need to succeed – as a Bus Operator is provided.

For full details, see the Transport Canberra Operations (ACTION) Enterprise Agreement 2023-2026.

Training Pathway

Successful applicants will commence on a full-time temporary contract while completing a 4.5-week paid Bus Driver training program.

Complete the course successfully and you’ll be offered permanent part-time employment.

Part-Time Hours

As a part-time driver, you’re guaranteed a minimum of 20 hours rostered per week, with the potential maximum of 30 hours rostered per week. The full-time salary noted above will be paid pro rata.

Permanent Part -Time Bus Operators work Monday to Friday inclusive and weekend work.

Ready to start your journey?

Check out the Applicant Information Pack for everything you need to know.

Eligibility/Other Requirements:

What You’ll Need before you Get Behind the Wheel

To join Transport Canberra as a Bus Operator, you’ll bring enthusiasm, professionalism – and the right licences and clearances to help keep our community safe. Here is what’s required:

A valid C-class driver’s licence (essential)
Willingness and ability to obtain and maintain a Medium Rigid (MR) licence
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Vehicle Driving Authority (PVDA)
Commitment to obtaining a Heavy Rigid (HR) licence – within 6-12 months of commencement
Successful completion of all pre-employment checks including:
- National police check
- Pre-Employment Medical assessment
- Psychometric assessment
- Literacy and numeracy assessment
- Heavy vehicle driving assessment (for applicants who already hold a MR or HR licence)
Ability to meet seat weight and reach requirements:
- Weight range: 50kg – 130kg, as rated by the (relevant) seating manufacturer
- Standing reach: minimum 210cm
Visa holders are eligible to apply for both permanent and temporary roles. Those with eligible visas may be considered for permanent employment, while individuals with temporary residency or limited-duration visas may be offered permanent employment for the duration of their visas.
This position does require a pre-employment medical.
Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra

Note: This is a permanent part time position available for a minimum of 20 hours rostered per week, with the potential maximum of 30 hours rostered per week. The full -time salary noted above will be paid pro rata.

How to Apply:

1. Complete the online ACT Government Jobs application form.
2. Attach the following documents to your application:

Resume / curriculum vitae
Completed ‘Bus Operator Acknowledgement form
A copy of your Australian driver’s licence
A current five-year Australian Driver History (from all the relevant Australian state and territory - authorities where you have lived) must not be older than 1 month at the time of application.
A copy of your current Working with Vulnerable People registration or the willingness to obtain before being offered a BDT course.
For visa holders please provide a copy of your current visa documents and a copy of your passport.
Australian Citizens please provide a copy of an Australian Passport, Birth Certificate or Citizenship certificate.

3. Submit the online application and supporting documents via the APPLY NOW button.

Applications should be submitted .

Applicants should note that a Joint Selection Committee (JSC) established in accordance with the collective/enterprise agreement provisions will assess all applications for this position.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

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part time jobs for older people jobs in canberra act

Bus Operator in Training (BOT) / Bus Operator | Part-time Permanent

Christmas Casual Sales Assistant | Canberra Centre Prouds

Administration Assistant - Older Persons Mental Health Services | Full-time Permanent

Fire Tower Operator/General Hand | Full-Time and Part-Time Temporary

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Christmas Casual Sales Assistant | Goldmark Woden

Animal Care Attendant | Casual

Christmas Casual Sales Assistant | Goldmark Belconnen

Christmas Casual Sales Assistant | Prouds Belconnen

Christmas Casual Sales Assistant | Angus & Coote Canberra Centre

Visitor Services Supervisor | Part-time Permanent

Christmas Casual Sales Assistant | Angus & Coote Belconnen

Assistant Data Analyst | Full-time Permanent

Home Care Worker - ACT - Canberra North

Volunteer Retail Assistant - Jamison Salvos Stores (ACT)

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Home Care Worker Act - Queanbeyan - Casual

Lifestyle Officer - Campbell

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