Are you looking for your next career change? Looking for a job that will take you places? Or maybe you crave a job that contributes positively to the Canberra community?
If you answered yes, then Transport Canberra needs you! We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team as permanent part-time bus drivers!
Applications have opened and will close on Sunday 28 September 2025.
The pay is generous and people of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Don’t worry if you have no experience, we will provide the training to get you road-ready!
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This recruitment round comes at an exciting time. We’re committed to improving Sunday bus services with additional frequency, following the success of the Saturday timetable uplift that began in April 2024. As we deliver better services, you can take pride in being a valued member of our team, providing
safe and reliable public transport to the Canberra community.
As we continue to expand our zero-emissions fleet to support a more sustainable future, we’re also upgrading our transport infrastructure with the construction of a new Transport Interchange which will join our zero-emissions bus depot in Woden. These facilities will help to change the face of the Woden
region and provide better services to the community, improved facilities for drivers, and better capacity to charge and accommodate more battery electric buses.
This is also an exciting opportunity for those in Canberra’s surrounding regional areas. If you enjoy driving, we encourage you to apply. Learn more about working for the ACT Government.
Watch this video to learn about the recruitment and training process and hear from current staff about what it's like to work at Transport Canberra.
Frequently asked questions
Application requirements
Application
How do I apply to become a part time bus driver?
- You must complete and submit an online application. Applications will open from Monday 1 September to Sunday 28 September 2025.
Who can apply?
- Standard ACT Government recruitment principles apply with merit-based selection. Transport Canberra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we understand our diversity makes us great. We encourage people from all cultural and diverse backgrounds to apply.
- Visa holders are eligible to apply for 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.
Required documents
Documents
- Complete bus driver application form.
- Current resume.
- Current 5 years Australian driver licence history check (from relevant authorities, interstate or equivalent combination) no older than 1 month at time of application.
- Proof of Australian residency (for non-citizens).
- Copy of current Working with Vulnerable People card or proof of application (refer to Working with Vulnerable People page for more details).
Recruitment process, training and working hours
Recruitment
- The recruitment process involves several steps. The recruitment process from start to finish (excluding the training) takes approximately 4 months. Positions on training courses will not be offered until 2026.
Training
- The training will take 4 weeks full-time (23 days) including one Saturday. Please note all training days are paid.
Working hours
- Permanent part-time drivers are guaranteed a minimum of 20 hours (rostered) per week, with the possibility of being allocated shifts for up to a maximum of 30 hours (rostered) per week. All drivers must be available to work Monday to Friday (inclusive). Additional hours may be available Monday to Friday on top of the rostered hours based on operational requirements, but they are not guaranteed. To ensure adequate coverage of weekend services, all drivers must be willing to work a reasonable number of weekend shifts in addition to their rostered weekday shift.
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