Newly created permanent role to make your own
Engage and educate the community on bus travel
Be a champion of public transport

In a major boost for passengers in regional Queensland, Iconic bus operator Sunbus has partnered with the Queensland Government (TransLink) to introduce eight (8) permanent full time Customer Service Officers (CSOs) to support the local public transport bus networks and strengthen community ties in Cairns and Townsville.

Salary: $70,000 + Super (Salary Packaging options available)
Working Hours: 4 days on, 3 days off on a fortnightly rotating roster
AM Shifts: 7:00am – 4:00pm
PM Shifts: 1:00pm – 10:00pm

About us

Operating urban, school and charter bus services across major regional Queensland communities, Sunbus is instrumental to keeping people connected and moving with more than 6 million people every year relying on Sunbus for travel.

The Opportunity

This exciting opportunity starts in November 2020 and four (4) CSOs will join bus networks in each region to engage and educate the community on public transport with a focus on delivering improved customer outcomes and patronage growth and preventing anti-social behaviour, including fare evasion.

You will be involved in

Providing high quality customer service on the Sunbus network.
Assisting with community engagement and education.
Working with local schools and community groups to educate about appropriate attitudes.
Promoting a positive image of public transport, Sunbus and its services.
You may be required to undertake enforcement activities regarding anti-social behaviour.

The boxes you'll tick

Strong customer service focus, with demonstrated experience in community and stakeholder engagement.

Use well-developed communication and interpersonal skills to communicate with people from diverse backgrounds.
The ability to work with minimal supervision and within a team environment.
Advanced conflict and dispute resolution skills.
Experience in a public facing role is highly desirable.
A connection with our Values – Passion, Integrity, Respect, Authenticity, Humility.

Benefits of working with Sunbus

Part of a pioneering team that will be changing the culture of public transport system.
Supportive work environment and comprehensive training will be provided.
Being a proud influencer and advocate for the transport industry and the community.
Inspiring people to make positive behaviour changes towards public transport.

How You Apply

Sunbus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.

There has never been a better time to join Sunbus! So, if this sounds like you and you are ready for a challenging and rewarding career then click the 'Apply for this job' button to complete your application with your resume and cover letter addressing how you ‘tick the boxes’. If successful you will need to complete a National Police Clearance Prior to commencement.

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