Do you enjoy driving? Cross Country Rentals has a great opportunity to join our team as a SESTA (Specialised School Transport Assistance) driver.
We have casual on-call positions available, covering routes in Rotorua and Taupo areas. This is a highly fulfilling and rewarding community role, covering school routes (3-4 hours per day).
What you'll do:
SESTA drivers provide safe and reliable transport for students with special needs getting them to/from school on time
Driving morning and afternoon shifts during school terms
You will drive a late model vehicle that will normally be based at your home
We are looking for:
Excellent communication skills, you'll enjoy talking to people!
Physically fit with an enthusiastic, patient, and caring attitude
A safe and confident driver with a clean record, having held a full New Zealand driver's licence for at least 2 years
Having a Passenger Endorsement is valuable but not mandatory as we can support you in obtaining one
Ability to pass a medical, police vetting and undergo a pre-employment drug and alcohol test
We set you up for success, full training will be provided by our team!
What's in it for you?
Flexibility - Time off between morning and afternoon shifts, giving you flexibility during the day
Work-Life Balance - Relish the freedom of having school holidays and weekends off
Commuter Benefits - Your daily work commute is on us - You'll be driving a modern light vehicle (car or van)
Positive Work Environment - Become part of an enthusiastic and diverse team that is truly passionate about their work
Community Impact - A rewarding experience supporting your local community
About us: Yes, we're a vehicle rental company but we're more than just that! We are a kiwi, family owned and operated company with branches throughout New Zealand. Transporting people is extremely important to us, taking students to/from school and supporting our local community is a big part of what we've been doing for almost 100 years!
Interested or want to know more?
Email: carliem@crosscountryrentals.co.nz
We will be reviewing applications as they are received, please note applications over the Christmas/New Year Period will be repsonded to from the 6th January 2025.
All candidates for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit.
Applications Close: 19 Jan 2025
Hard Skills Required
Communication
Safe Driving
Clean Driver's Record
Physical Fitness
Ability to Obtain Passenger Endorsement (Optional)
