Open Day

Register to attend our next Open Day and we can take you through the application and assessment process all in the one day.

Bus driver

What does being a bus driver involve?

Open Day

When are they happening?

Depot Open Days are happening in May and June at selected depots around Sydney. Join us at our next one for an information session, a tour of the Depot and a fast tracked recruitment option.

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“One of the best things about working at State Transit is that there’s always more to learn.”

LUCA, BUS DRIVER

What to expect on the day

Meet and Greet

Come along and get insight into the life of a bus driver. Find out more about the role and speak to State Transit staff.

(1.5 hours)

Get in the fast lane to becoming a bus driver

If you like what you hear, our friendly recruitment staff will be there to help get your application underway.

This involves an online application, a series of mini assessments and an interview to ensure that this is the right job for you.

(Approx. 2 hours)

What to bring with you

Driver’s Licence

Don’t worry if you only have a C class licence, State Transit will upgrade you to a licence that allows you to drive a bus.

Driving History

You can get this online or by visiting a NSW Service Centre in person (charges apply). This needs to have been completed within the last 4 weeks before you apply.

Driver Authority Card

This only applies if you’re already a qualified bus driver or private hire vehicle driver. History icon.

Proof of Permanent Residency

e.g. Australian or New Zealand passport, original Australian birth certificate, original Australian Citizenship certificate, or other evidence of entitlement to work in Australia.

Location details

Brookvale Depot:
630 - 636 Pittwater Road, Brookvale NSW 2100
Willoughby Depot:
30 First Avenue, Willoughby East, NSW 2068
Mona Vale Depot:
58 Darley Street, Mona Vale NSW 2103
North Sydney Depot:
359 Ernest Street, Neutral Bay NSW 2089

Waverley Depot:
Cnr Oxford Street and York Road, Bondi Junction NSW 2022
Randwick Depot:
34 – 36 King Street, Randwick NSW 2031
Port Botany Depot:
1 Bumborah Point Road, Port Botany NSW 2036

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