Urban Bus Driver

Full job description
Ready to Shift Gears? Start a New Career Driving with Ritchies – Māngere Depots
No driving experience? No problem. If you’ve got a full Class 1 licence (held for at least 2 years), we’ll train you up and get you road‑ready for a brand-new career with one of Aotearoa’s leading transport companies.

We’re launching two brand‑new depots in Māngere, and we need 250 new drivers to join us on this exciting journey. You’ll be part of a major public transport expansion, and we'll be with you every step of the way.

The Opportunity
We’re offering full-time, secure work on urban public transport routes across South Auckland. You’ll earn while you learn, with full training and support provided to get your Class 2 licence and Passenger (P) endorsement.

Training generally takes around 2–8 weeks and we run onboarding every two weeks, with rolling start dates available as we build our new team over the coming months.
This is more than just a job, it’s a career path with real progression, stability, and the chance to make a difference in your community.

Please note: This role requires the flexibility to work on a 6-day roster, across Monday to Sunday, with shifts starting as early as 4am and finishing as late as 2am. We understand this won’t suit everyone, so it’s important that applicants are comfortable with these hours before applying.

About Us
Ritchies is one of New Zealand’s largest and most trusted passenger transport providers. With over 2,000 staff across the country, we partner with councils to deliver public transport services that keep our communities connected.

You’ll be joining us at a pivotal time, as we expand into Māngere and gear up to introduce a new, more sustainable fleet.

Who We're Looking For
You might be working in retail, warehousing, hospitality, or maybe you’re ready to step into something more reliable. If you:

Hold a Full Clean NZ Class 1 licence (for 2+ years)
Have a good attitude and a clean driving record
Communicate well and enjoy working with people
Are ready for a positive change and a solid career
… then we want to hear from you.
What We Offer

Full training to get your Class 2 licence + P endorsement
Secure full-time hours (minimum 40 hrs/week)
Fortnightly pay
Uniform provided
Great team environment and career progression
Kickstart your career in public transport, starting now. We are an equal opportunities employer with a strong focus on health and safety. Pre-employment checks include drug and alcohol testing, Ministry of Justice vetting, and reference checks.

To be considered, please apply online via the link below. Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand at the time of application. Read more