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Busways Mechanic

Great transport relies on great people. With a team of over 2,800 dedicated professionals, we manage over
47 million passenger journeys each year. Every role is vital in ensuring a seamless customer experience.


As a Busways mechanic, you'll be at the heart of our operations, contributing to the reliability and safety of our buses. Join our team, and you'll have the opportunity to passengers’ daily lives while staying at the cutting edge of transport technologies. 


Our induction and refresher skills training programs, led by expert trainers, includes on-demand skills training and external courses. Mechanics can also earn certifications in leadership, management, and industry-specific skills. Busways’ train-the-trainer sessions ensures our team stays current on the latest bus accessibility innovations. Join us and elevate your skills while ensuring the safety and reliability of our fleet.

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Investing towards innovation

Investing towards innovation

As a Busways mechanic, you're joining a team dedicated to upholding a strong record of investment and innovation in asset and safety standards. We take pride in being the first operator to introduce a wide range of safety innovations in NSW, for example, emergency exit doors on regional school buses and additional fire extinguishers in vehicles. Our commitment to exceptional standards in fleet presentation and service quality is widely recognised in the industry.


In our workshops, we prioritise predictive, corrective, and preventive maintenance scheduling, ensuring the reliability and safety of our buses. Led by experienced senior management actively involved in industry safety panels and advisory roles, we take a proactive approach to maintaining our fleet and depots.

A Safe ride, every time

A Safe ride, every time

Safety is driven into everything we do. Through proactive risk management strategies, we consistently enhance safety equipment and refine workshop processes to ensure the utmost safety for both our passengers and staff. Activities including vehicle pre-departure checks, performed by trained staff, adhere rigorously to contractual and safety standards.

As an ARCTICK approved repairer, our workshops are staffed by trades-certified professionals who conduct air conditioning servicing and repairs to the highest standards. Leveraging tools such as Driver Kiosks and tyre pressure monitoring and more, we prioritise vehicle safety and passenger comfort. Our maintenance program keeps track of fleet performance through the National Heavy Vehicle Inspection Scheme, government service quality audits, and customer feedback. Busways has consistently achieved a 98% defect-free rate in New South Wales.

Join Busways and become part of a team dedicated to safety, innovation, and excellence in public transport maintenance.

Work-life balance
We work hard, but with a range of work schedules at our depots and flexible hybrid office hours, we still have time for what matters outside of work
Tools of the trade
Get a Weekly Tool Allowance and ongoing A/C licence offered in certain regions
Career progression
We promote from within, ensuring you have opportunity to thrive.
Nationally recognised training
Get ongoing training and development, including Heavy Vehicle Brake courses in house presented by a registered TAFE teacher
Employee Assistance
We care about your well-being. Our Employee Assistance Program, 'TELUS Health' provides free coaching and counselling services for all employees and their families.
It’s not all work
Each depot fosters a family feel, with group activities and monthly lunch events, you’ll create lifelong friendships.
Harshana

Busways is a good place to work with opportunities for employees to develop new skills and advance their career path.

Harshana, Busways Mechanic
Ethan

“Busways is very progressive, and provides a great opportunity to grow from all walks of life”

Ethan, Busways Mechanic

Making sure we're a great fit

The recruitment process usually take 2-4 weeks

Apply

Apply

Lodge your application with the relevant documentation
Interview

Interview

The interview process takes place
Assessment

Assessment

Pre-employment assessment is conducted
References

References

Work-related referees are then contacted (min of two to be provided)
Medical

Medical

A pre-employment medical is conducted
First Day

First Day

You'll be greeted by depot employees and undergo an induction program

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Rainbow

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.

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