Becoming a Bus Driver in Queensland

About this role

Bus Drivers drive buses to transport passengers short distances on scheduled intra-city services over established routes.

What you might do day-to-day in this job

Typical tasks for a Bus Driver include:

• checks pre-paid tickets and relevant forms of concession identification
• issues tickets and provides change or discounted tickets based on concession identification provided by passengers
• stops at stations and set locations to pick up and set down passengers
• opens and closes doors before and after passengers board or disembark
• assists passengers with mobility issues to board or exit the bus
• observes signals, road conditions, nearby traffic and prescribed speeds to ensure safety
• monitors indicator gauges and reports on operating irregularities of the vehicle
• checks time and adheres to timetables
• may advise passengers on destinations
• maintains conduct of passengers.