In-Demand | full time temporary 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
Project Administrative Support Officer | Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency
City and Environment —Canberra ACT
- $78,755 - $84,284 a year
- Temporary
- Administrative experience
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
10d
Records and Mail Officer | Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency
Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development —Canberra ACT
- $70,236 - $76,910 a year
- Temporary
9d
Administration Officer | Full-time Permanent
Justice and Community Safety —Canberra ACT
- $78,755 - $84,284 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Administrative experience
- Communication skills
7h
Fire Tower Operator/General Hand | Full-Time and Part-Time Temporary
Justice and Community Safety —Canberra ACT
- $77,358 - $80,716 a year
- Temporary
7d
Medical Administration Coordinator | Full-Time and Part-Time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency
Canberra Health Services —Canberra ACT
- $86,750 - $93,416 a year
- Temporary
- Administrative experience
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
9d
Booking and Scheduling Officer - Centre of Personalised Medicine | Part-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency
Canberra Health Services —Canberra ACT
- $78,755 - $84,284 a year
- Temporary
- Customer service
- Administrative experience
- Employee assistance program
7d
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
9d
Event Project Officer | Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency
Health and Community Services —Canberra ACT
- $95,722 - $100,956 a year
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Communication skills
- Work from home
8d
Youth Worker | Full-time Permanent
Health and Community Services —Canberra ACT
- $78,755 - $93,416 a year
- Full-time
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
7d
Depot Transport Officer | Full-time Permanent
City and Environment —Canberra ACT
- $123,243 a year
- Overtime
6d
Senior Client Services Officer | Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency
ACT Long Service Leave Authority —Canberra ACT
- $95,722 - $100,956 a year
- Temporary
- Customer service
7d
Operations Officer | Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency
Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development —Canberra ACT
- $78,755 - $84,284 a year
- Temporary
6d
Senior Event Officer | Full-time Permanent
Health and Community Services —Canberra ACT
- $102,657 - $116,592 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Administrative experience
- Communication skills
- Work from home
8d
Client Relationship Officer/Information and Recognition Officer - Temporary Register | Temporary
Canberra Institute of Technology —Canberra ACT
- $68,551 - $82,459 a year
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- Computer skills
New Graduate Social Worker - Allied Health | Full-time Temporary
Canberra Health Services —Canberra ACT
- $80,861 - $97,932 a year
- Temporary
14d
ICT Operations Officer | Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency
Digital Canberra —Canberra ACT
- $84,284 - $95,083 a year
- Temporary
1d
Program Officer | Full-time Permanent
City and Environment —Canberra ACT
- $102,657 - $116,592 a year
- Weekend availability
1d
Temporary Traffic Management/Horticultural Surge Team Operations Supervisor | Full-time Permanent
City and Environment —Canberra ACT
- $98,023 - $103,518 a year
- Full-time
- Leadership
10d
Inventory Manager | Full-time Temporary
City and Environment —Canberra ACT
- $127,597 - $136,873 a year
- Temporary
- Communication skills
3d

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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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| full time temporary jobs in canberra, act

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

Project Administrative Support Officer | Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency

Records and Mail Officer | Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency

Administration Officer | Full-time Permanent

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

Medical Administration Coordinator | Full-Time and Part-Time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency

Booking and Scheduling Officer - Centre of Personalised Medicine | Part-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency

ICT Support Officer | Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency

Event Project Officer | Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency

Youth Worker | Full-time Permanent

Depot Transport Officer | Full-time Permanent

Senior Client Services Officer | Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency

Operations Officer | Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency

Senior Event Officer | Full-time Permanent

Client Relationship Officer/Information and Recognition Officer - Temporary Register | Temporary

New Graduate Social Worker - Allied Health | Full-time Temporary

ICT Operations Officer | Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency

Program Officer | Full-time Permanent

Temporary Traffic Management/Horticultural Surge Team Operations Supervisor | Full-time Permanent

Inventory Manager | Full-time Temporary

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