Bus & Coach Driver Jobs Auckland & New Zealand

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Careers at Kiwi Coaches

Looking for bus driver jobs in Auckland or coach driver careers across New Zealand?
Welcome to Kiwi Coaches — a locally owned, Auckland-based bus and coach company offering stable driving work, flexible schedules, modern vehicles, and a supportive team culture.

We are actively recruiting bus drivers, coach drivers, and tour coach drivers for school routes, private charters, events, and nationwide touring. Whether you’re an experienced professional driver or looking to step into the industry, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Drive for Kiwi Coaches?

Kiwi Coaches is one of New Zealand’s most established independent coach operators. We work across schools, tourism, events, corporate transport, cruise ship work, and private charters, giving our drivers variety, flexibility, and year-round work.

What sets us apart:

  • ✔ Family-owned, locally operated New Zealand business

  • ✔ Modern, well-maintained fleet of buses and coaches

  • ✔ Police-vetted drivers and NZTA-approved vehicles

  • ✔ Flexible work options: casual, part-time, and full-time

  • ✔ Supportive operations team and realistic scheduling

  • ✔ Opportunities to move into tour driving and premium work

Bus Driver Jobs Auckland

We offer a range of bus driver jobs in Auckland, including:

  • School bus routes (morning & afternoon)

  • Community and charter work

  • Event and group transport

  • Private hire and corporate shuttles

These roles are ideal for drivers seeking reliable hours, local routes, and consistent weekly work.

Great option if you’re looking for:

  • School bus driver jobs Auckland

  • Part-time bus driving work

  • Flexible weekday driving roles

Coach Driver & Tour Driver Jobs – New Zealand Wide

If you’re an experienced driver looking to step up, we also offer coach driver jobs and tour coach driver roles across New Zealand.

Our touring work includes:

  • Domestic and international tour groups

  • Multi-day North Island and nationwide tours

  • Cruise ship shore excursions

  • Special interest tours and private group travel

Tour drivers enjoy varied routes, overnight touring work, and premium vehicles, supported by detailed itineraries and professional operations planning.

Training & Entry-Level Opportunities

New to the industry or upgrading your licence?
Kiwi Coaches supports drivers looking to enter or progress within the bus and coach industry.

Depending on role availability, we may assist with:

  • Licence progression (Class 2 / Class 4 / Class 5)

  • Route familiarisation and vehicle training

  • Mentoring and supported onboarding

If you’re motivated, professional, and customer-focused, we want to talk.

What We Look For in Drivers

We’re building a team of drivers who represent Kiwi Coaches professionally and proudly.

You’ll ideally have:

  • A current NZ Class 2, 4 or 5 licence (or working towards one)

  • A clean driving record

  • Passenger endorsement (or willingness to obtain)

  • Strong customer service and communication skills

  • A calm, professional approach to driving and safety

What Our Drivers Value

Our drivers consistently tell us they value:

  • Realistic rosters and sensible scheduling

  • Clear communication from the operations team

  • Variety of work — no two weeks are the same

  • Being part of a company that knows them by name

Many of our drivers come from referrals — which says a lot about the culture we’re building.

Auckland-Based, Nationwide Capability

While we are proudly Auckland-based, our work spans:

  • Auckland & surrounding regions

  • North Island touring

  • Nationwide charter and tour work

If you’re searching for bus or coach driver jobs in New Zealand, Kiwi Coaches offers long-term opportunities with room to grow.

Apply for Bus & Coach Driver Jobs at Kiwi Coaches

Ready to take the next step in your driving career?

Apply now by emailing:
info@kiwicoaches.co.nz

Please include:

  • A short introduction

  • Your licence class

  • Driving experience

  • Availability (casual / part-time / full-time)

We review applications regularly and will be in touch if a suitable role is available.

Frequently Asked Questions – Driver Careers

Do you offer part-time bus driver jobs in Auckland?

Yes. We have flexible roles, particularly for school routes and charter work.

Can I apply without tour experience?

Absolutely. Many drivers start with local routes and progress into touring roles.

Are your vehicles automatic?

Yes — our fleet includes modern, automatic buses and coaches.

Is training provided?

Yes. We provide route training, vehicle familiarisation, and ongoing support.

Start Your Driving Career with Kiwi Coaches

Whether you’re looking for:

  • Bus driver jobs Auckland

  • Coach driver careers New Zealand

  • Tour coach driver roles

  • School bus driving work

Kiwi Coaches offers a professional, supportive environment where drivers are valued.

Email us today: info@kiwicoaches.co.nz