
Bus Driver (Passenger) – Temporary Position | Rustenburg, North West
Full time @Unitrans posted 5 days ago in General Freight Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 55532
- Experience 3 Years
- Gender Any
- Industry Passenger
- Qualifications Matric
- License Code 14
- Coverage Local
Job Description
Bus Driver (Passenger) – Temporary Position | Rustenburg, North West
Company: Unitrans
Contract: Lebzotic Transport and Logistics
Job Type: Temporary Fixed-Term
Location: Rustenburg, North West, South Africa
Closing Date: 11 July 2026
Reference Number: UNI260706-3
Job Overview
Unitrans is looking for experienced and professional Bus Drivers to join its Personnel Transport division in Rustenburg. The successful candidate will be responsible for transporting passengers safely along scheduled routes while delivering excellent customer service and complying with all road safety regulations and company procedures.
This role is ideal for drivers with extensive passenger transport experience, a strong safety record, and the required professional driving licences.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely transport passengers according to scheduled routes and timetables.
- Conduct thorough pre-trip, during-trip, and post-trip vehicle inspections.
- Record and report all vehicle defects, incidents, accidents, and near misses.
- Complete logbooks, trip records, and required transport documentation accurately.
- Ensure passengers are registered before each trip.
- Keep the bus clean, fuelled, and roadworthy at all times.
- Follow defensive driving principles and comply with all traffic laws.
- Adhere to company safety procedures, customer transport policies, and HST regulations.
- Participate in driver safety meetings, toolbox talks, and training programmes.
- Report vehicle damage or operational issues immediately to management.
- Follow approved routes and only stop at authorised locations.
- Ensure vehicle security by following company parking and key control procedures.
- Wear seat belts and enforce passenger safety requirements.
- Perform duties professionally while providing excellent customer service.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric) or National Certificate.
- Valid professional driver’s licence with the appropriate passenger transport endorsements:
- CE – G
- CE – PG
- C – G
- Valid Public Driving Permit (PrDP).
- Public Services Driving Licence (PG).
- Minimum 5 years’ experience as a bus or passenger transport driver.
- Strong knowledge of defensive driving techniques and road safety legislation.
Skills and Competencies
- Safe and defensive driving practices.
- Excellent passenger service and communication skills.
- Strong attention to safety and compliance.
- Ability to complete transport documentation accurately.
- Good problem-solving and incident reporting skills.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Reliable, punctual, and professional.
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
Why Join Unitrans?
Unitrans offers an opportunity to join one of South Africa’s leading transport and logistics companies. If you have a proven passenger transport background, a commitment to road safety, and enjoy delivering outstanding customer service, this could be the right opportunity for you.
Reference Number: UNI260706-3
Closing Date: 11 July 2026
