Apply now Job no: 494920

Work type: Part time

Location: All

Categories: Tram Driver



Have you ever wanted to be a Tram Driver but cannot work full time due to other commitments? Well now you can as Yarra Trams has a limited number of opportunities available for Part Time Drivers!

As a Part Time Trainee Tram Driver, you will take the controls of an iconic Melbourne tram! Yarra Trams will provide you with training and development giving you with the skills and knowledge to become a safe and competent driver.

What does it take to be a Part Time Trainee Tram Driver?

A commitment to working to a part time roster minimum of 23 hours per week

The availability to work a 7-day rotating roster with shifts rostered between 6:30am and 7:30pm

Completing successfully a comprehensive full time 6-week training program

Holding a full driver's licence for a minimum of 2 years

Being medically fit to perform the functions of a Tram Driver

What else is Yarra Trams looking for in a potential Part Time Tram Driver?

Prioritising personal safety and passenger safety always

Proactively resolving passenger concerns, problems and requests to a satisfactory solution

Following rules and standards always

Making public address announcements to keep our passengers informed

Following a timetable to ensure reliability

Completing minor fault-finding activities in relation to the safe operation of the tram

Maintaining a high level of concertation for extended periods of time and the ability to concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously.

Why be a Part Time Tram Driver?

There are many reasons to be a Part Time Tram Driver in our great city and they include but are not limited to:

The flexibility that Part-Time work provides in pursuing other opportunities and commitments outside work

Being connected to Melbourne through the sights, sounds and personal interactions of driving a Tram in our great city

Sitting behind the controls of an iconic Melbourne Tram whilst driving through the city and featuring in tourists’ photos!

As part of our EBA you will be entitled to great set of benefits and entitlements including paid overtime for working more then 23 hours per week.

Our training involves an initial comprehensive 6-week full time program where you will work closely with a Trainer to develop the skills and confidence in driving our Trams. Following this, you will be introduced to your manager who will coach and support you for a safe and successful career with Yarra Trams.

Does this appeal to you? Then what are you waiting for? Apply now and complete our online application form!