Depot Manager

• Full time role with immediate start
• Excellent interpersonal and time management skills required
• Supportive environment with great career progression

Looking for your next opportunity? Contribute your knowledge and skills to our team! If you have a proven track record in managing a team with a focus on service delivery, possess strong people management abilities and are looking for your next challenge, come on board with Busways as a Depot Manager at our Coffs Harbour Depot.

 Our Environment & Benefits:

• Fitness Passport, a great scheme allowing you and your family to access multiple pools and fitness facilities around Sydney and regional NSW all under one competitive membership fee. 
• Employee Assistance Program by Telus Health, giving you and your family access to an independent organisation that provides a broad range of personal support services.
• Access to tax savings through novated leasing and salary packing providers that partner with Busways

• Career Progression, the chance to fulfil higher duties or undertake additional roles
• Employee Referral Programs, the opportunity to earn a cash bonus for successfully referring qualified candidates for selected positions
• Work in a close-knit, team-oriented environment with monthly BBQs to celebrate together.
• On site parking for employees

More About the Role:

This opportunity involves managing a team of approximately 45 employees based out of our Coffs Harbour depot, where you will oversee the daily operations and ensure the success and adherence of our scheduled bus services meeting their contractual requirements. Reporting to the Area Manager, you will play a key role to support our Service Delivery team in achieving our vision of being Australia's leading public transport company.

The role responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to: 

• Taking a hands-on approach to handling all daily operations of a bus depot such as employee dispatch, payroll, rostering etc. 
• Maintaining effective recruitment & selection to ensure a full complement of drivers and administration staff. 
• Leading the implementation of company-wide systems and processes. 
• Ensuring compliance with internal and contractual performance standards and meeting KPI’s. 
• Auditing and ensuring that all Service Delivery related reports are being properly investigated and actioned. 
• Coaching team members and developing their performance, offering feedback, and demonstrating the desired skills and expected work ethic within your team. 
• Providing after hours support to key personnel and emergency services. 
• Managing relationships and communication with external stakeholders such as schools, local authorities, and key community groups. 
• Ensuring adherence to Workplace Health and Safety legislation 
• Quality Assurance standards are maintained. 

About Us: 

At Busways, our core focus is on quality customer service, stakeholder engagement and employee development.  

For over 80 years, we’ve delivered a professional, reliable standard of service. We currently operate bus service contracts for Transport for NSW in Western Sydney, North Shore and West, Central Coast and North Coast and the South Australian Public Transport Authority in Adelaide’s Outer South.  

With a team of more than 2,800 people, committed to transporting over 53.7 million passenger journeys each year, we pride ourselves on taking a proactive approach to public transport delivery to ensure that the customer journey is seamless as possible.  

Choose an Organisation that Values You:

We invite you to consider Busways as your Employer of choice through this opportunity. Join an organisation who supports an inclusive and safe, team focused environment, where you can expect to work alongside leaders and colleagues with diverse skills and knowledge to share, contributing towards the creation of a meaningful employment experience. We value, recognise and appreciate that our employees are the driving force behind our success, allowing us to thrive.

We offer our employees the chance to develop, evolve and take on additional duties throughout their time with us, providing possibilities to progress their career over time. We encourage our employees to follow their passion for growth within the organisation, supporting advancement throughout the journey they choose to share with us.

What We’re Looking for in the Successful Candidate:

• Demonstrated experience in management with a focus on employee engagement and motivation
• Strong writing and document management skills 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills 
• Strong ability to plan, prioritise and meet deadlines
• A sound understanding of WHS regulations and practices
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• A high level of knowledge of the Coffs Harbour area 
• Intermediate, practical knowledge of Microsoft 365 suite 
• Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Hold a current Unrestricted Australian drivers licence issued by the relevant State

Highly Regarded:

• Experience in the transport industry or a similar related field

Apply now: 

If you believe this is the perfect role for you, please apply by submitting a resume and a cover letter that specifically addresses your suitability to the role Individual applications will be processed as soon as they are received. Applications can be submitted by clicking 'Apply Now' or sending an email to: recruitment@busways.com.au

For any queries about the role please contact the recruitment team on the above email address or give us a call on 02 9497 1800.

Busways is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from all individuals, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and those from diverse social, cultural, and gender backgrounds.

No agency applications, please.