Tranzit InterCity is seeking an experienced and professional Coach Driver to join our Tauranga-based team, operating North Island long-haul services.
This role operates on a 4 days on, 4 days off roster and includes one overnight stay during each four-day cycle. Additional charter work may also be available through the wider Tranzit Group for the right candidate.
The ideal applicant will have experience operating large vehicles, as this role involves driving rear-steer Class 4 coaches, including double-deckers, and possess a strong customer focus with the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment. You will become part of a close-knit team of professional drivers committed to delivering a safe, reliable, and enjoyable travel experience for our customers.
You will take pride in your vehicle and be responsible for ensuring it remains service-ready through daily inspections, defect reporting, refuelling, and maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and presentation. The role also involves assisting passengers with luggage and providing a consistently positive customer experience throughout their journey.
To be successful in this role, you will be physically fit and capable of safely handling passenger luggage of up to 25kg, demonstrate excellent communication and customer service skills, and have the maturity and initiative required to work independently while representing the InterCity brand.
A background in customer service and long-distance driving will be highly regarded.
To be successful you will have:
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Experience is preferred but not essential, we are looking for the right person with a great attitude,
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Class 4 licence,
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A Passenger endorsement or the ability to obtain one,
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
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A positive outlook and a great attitude,
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High regard for health and safety
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Availability to work a roster with excellent time management skills,
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Physically fit as there is some heavy lifting required.
What we offer:
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Rostered hours ahead of time - plan your weeks and enjoy 4-day weekends,
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Full training and company uniform,
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Competitive pay rates and discounts from our sister companies and partners,
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A supportive and friendly team,
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Full training provided,
With 100 years in the industry, we are leaders in delivering high-quality transport and tourism services across Aotearoa, New Zealand. We are on a continued journey to excellence and employ over 2000 team members throughout the country. We are an award-winning, family-owned Kiwi company and our team love what they do. We pride ourselves on offering quality transport solutions backed up by solid health, safety, and well-being principles!
Interested or want to find out more? Call Ruth Osmond on 0274442582 or apply online today!
We will be assessing candidates as they apply, so apply today! All candidates must have the right to legally work in NZ.
Please note that successful applicants will be required to successfully pass a drug and alcohol test as well as a police background check as part of the pre-employment screening process.
