Released 26/10/2019
Recruiting more bus drivers took another positive step today with 180 locals registered to participate in a Come and Try day at the Transport Industries Skills Centre.
“It was fantastic to see so many people come out today and try their hand at driving a bus to see if it’s a potential new career path for them,” Minister Steel said.
“Under the instruction of trainers from Transport Canberra, people were able to drive a bus in a safe environment designed to help eliminate any fears behind the wheel.”
Men and women from all ages took part across three two-hour sessions driving around a specially designed track with the Transport Canberra team on-hand and close by the wheel to instruct and answer questions.
It is hoped that attendees from today’s Come and Try event will look to submit an application to join Transport Canberra as a bus driver when the next round of recruitment commences from Monday.
“Bus drivers play a crucial role in our community helping Canberrans get around our city and our drivers often say they love the social interaction they get with people from all walks of life,” Minister Steel said.
58 new drivers have hit the road since the new public transport network commenced with 10 people currently in training.
People interested in becoming a bus driver can visit www.transport.act.gov.au/jobs to view the bus driver eligibility requirements and checklist.
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