Coach Driver | Rail

Be a part of sharing special places and shaping lasting memories with Australia’s leading experiential tourism business.

About Us

Our Rail Division, previously known as Great Southern Rail (“GSR”) operates Australia’s iconic rail journeys, The Ghan, Indian Pacific, The Overland and Great Southern.

There are very few global journeys considered national treasures, but our trains are, without question, iconic Australian experiences. From the moment our guests (and potentially you!) step aboard these legendary trains, you can feel it – a spirit of adventure and a sense of something very special about to unfold.

About Journey Beyond

Australia’s leading experiential tourism group, Journey Beyond, is privileged to operate 20 brands spanning the country and New Zealand, connecting guests to the land, and to each other.

Headquartered in Adelaide, Journey Beyond formed in 2016 and now comprises tourism brands including: iconic trains The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern, The Overland; premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit; eco-luxury lodge Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef; aquatic adventures Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Sailaway Port Douglas, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, Darwin Harbour Cruises and Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney; our tallest members, Melbourne Skydeck and Eureka 89; the historic Vintage Rail Journeys; The Telegraph Station in Alice Springs; Monarto Safari Resort; Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo, New Zealand coach tour specialist Grand Pacific Tours and Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia.

About the Role

Journey Beyond is currently seeking experienced and passionate Coach Drivers to join our team to support our Expedition Ghan Season, in Coober Pedy from April to November. December to March you will tour to Victoria, covering areas such as Stawell, Grampians, Inverleigh, Golden Plains Shire and attractions in Melbourne. These positions are central to ensuring a high level of service delivery for guests during off train excursions. Coach drivers will be responsible for the complete operation and safety of the coach. You will be a confident individual with excellent communication skills to actively engage with our guests, ensuring an excellent guest experience. You will also have extensive knowledge and experience in the tourism and/or transport industry.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Deliver high standard of customer service to all passengers / customers, creating a positive experience on every service
• Comply with company and department safety policies & procedures
• Consistently ensure the safety of yourself, your passengers and your vehicle
• Provide interactive and engaging day tours for guests
• Clean and maintain the inside and outside of Coach, and assist with cleaning and detailing, of other coaches to prepare for next day tours.
• You will work a varied roster of 5 days on, 2 off

In addition, we expect you to be able to manage your time well and conduct pre-departure safety checks. From time to time you may also have to perform minor mechanical repairs to the coach. All meals and accommodation are paid for by the company.

To be successful in this role you must have:

• Current HR drivers’ licence
• South Australian Driver Accreditation
• Working with Children (Employment) clearance
• Current Senior First Aid Certificate (or ability to obtain one)
• Satisfactory national criminal history check
• Demonstrated coach driving experience
• An outstanding safety focus, including basic fatigue management competency and a commitment to your own fitness for duty
• Experience delivering excellent customer service
• Basic mechanical knowledge
• Exceptional personal presentation and ‘can do’ attitude

What We Offer

• Generous discounts on Journey Beyond travel and experiences
• An attractive salary
• Study Assistance Policy
• A career with opportunities for progression, transfers, and secondments
• Employee Referral Policy
• Private Health discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on Journey Beyond merchandise
• Parental Leave Program
• Purchased Leave Policy

How to Apply

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