Driver/Administrator

Coachways New Zealand Limited – Auckland

Coachways is looking for a reliable and organised Bus Driver/Administrator to join our Auckland team.

This is a varied position combining bus driving with administration and operational support. It would suit someone who enjoys working in a busy transport environment, is comfortable dealing with drivers and customers, and can move between office-based duties and driving when required.

About the Role

Working as part of our Operations team, you will assist with the day-to-day running of our bus services while also providing general administrative support.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Driving buses in service as and when required
• Providing administrative support to our management and operations teams
• Maintaining driver records, licences, endorsements, rosters and timesheets
• Assisting with daily bus scheduling, dispatch and driver allocations when required
• Managing and maintaining our company ticketing system
• Assisting with bookings, invoicing and customer enquiries
• Preparing reports, correspondence, forms and other documentation
• Liaising with schools, customers, suppliers and other stakeholders
• Assisting with recruitment and onboarding administration
• Maintaining company registers and compliance documentation
• Working with our maintenance team to monitor vehicle servicing, maintenance records and vehicle availability
• Assisting with route changes, delays, driver absences and other operational issues
• Maintaining accurate records of incidents, accidents and operational matters
• Reporting motor vehicle accidents to our insurers and managing insurance claims
• Supporting drivers with day-to-day operational queries and issues
• Supporting the company's Health & Safety requirements
• Ensuring company procedures and relevant transport requirements are followed

About You

We are looking for someone who is practical, dependable and able to remain organised in a busy operational environment.

Ideally, you will have:

• A current driver's licence and the ability to obtain and maintain the licences and endorsements required to drive our buses
• Good administrative and computer skills
• Strong organisational and record-keeping skills
• Good written and verbal communication
• A professional and courteous approach when dealing with customers, schools, drivers and suppliers
• The ability to prioritise and respond to changing operational requirements
• Good attention to detail
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• A reliable and punctual approach to work
• Previous experience in transport, bus operations, dispatch or administration would be an advantage

Hours

This position is for approximately 30 hours per week, worked at times that meet the operational requirements of the business. Some reasonable additional hours may be required from time to time.

About Coachways

Coachways New Zealand Limited operates school bus services and charter services throughout Auckland. We are looking for someone who can become an important part of our team and contribute to the reliable day-to-day operation of our services.

If you enjoy variety, dealing with people and being part of a hands-on transport operation, we would like to hear from you.