Information sheet – Requirements for new drivers Who is Qcity Transit? Qcity Transit is a member of ComfortDelGro Cabcharge Pty Ltd. It is the largest independent transport operator in southern New South Wales, comprising Transborder Express and what was previously Deane’s Buslines. Qcity Transit in the capital region boasts a fleet of approx 100 buses/coaches and 120 employees. On a typical school day we carry up to 6000 students to local and A.C.T schools, and approximately 2000 commuters to and from work along the Yass – Murrumbateman – Canberra – Queanbeyan corridor. Qcity Transit in the capital region is active over a large area. The area we operate in stretches from Yass/Murrumbateman in the north-west, through to Queanbeyan and Canberra City, right down to Michelago and Bungendore in the south-east of our region. Driving for Qcity Transit: What are the requirements? To be eligible for employment by Qcity Transit applicants must possess: I. Customer service skills – proof of this would be advantageous II. Hold a current N.S.W. Driver Authority (DA), - Qcity may provide training in relation to this for the right candidate. III. Hold a Current NSW/ACT Drivers Licence (MR, HR or HC). In the case of an ACT issued licence driver must hold an ‘O’ condition IV. No criminal convictions, V. Meet health requirements – where applicant cannot provide evidence of a medical assessment carried out within the last 90 days, a pre-employment medical check will be required VI. Working with Children Check Clearance VII. A good traffic and driving record – an RMS licence history is required with employment application VIII. Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or hold a valid Australian visa with no minimum or maximum work rights. Working With Children Check A Working With Children Check clearance must be obtained before you can be considered for employment. You are responsible for applying for your own Working With Children Check. This is done online at www.newcheck.kids.nsw.gov.au and will cost $80. Clearance is valid for a period of 5 years and applicants will be subject to ongoing monitoring for that period. Further information is available in the attached New Working With Children Check Fact Sheet 16 What is a DA and how do I get one? A Driver Authority (DA) is an authority which enables you to carry passengers in public vehicles. All drivers of public transport vehicles operating in New South Wales need to have a N.S.W. Driver Authority. To get a DA: I. visit the Transport for NSW website, www.transport.nsw.gov.au II. on the quick menu on the left-hand side go to – Buses and Coaches III. on screen go to – For Drivers IV. on screen go to – Applying for a Driver Authority V. on screen download both – DA application forms and Medical Assessment forms – and print You will then need to fill in the general application form, have your GP assess you and then your GP will need to fill in the medical assessment form. You are then required to send the forms off together (enclosed with $70 money order and photos) to the Transport for NSW office in Wollongong. The address is listed on the forms. You will then need to arrange a DA course. It costs approximately $300.00 and is tax deductable. The course involves collecting course material and studying it, then completing an assessment after you have studied the course material. Upon completion of the course you will be issued with a certificate – this will need to be faxed or mailed over to the Transport for NSW office in Wollongong. They will process this with your other forms and proceed to produce a DA card which will be posted to your residential address when completed. The process takes about 4-5 weeks. Applicants without heavy vehicle licence experience will need to undergo training. We conduct 4 training sessions a year through our external training provider. Applicants will need to contact TISC (6297 7187) or refer to our website (www.qcitytransit.com.au) for more information. What if I already have a licence? All applicants have to undergo a training and assessment by Qcity Transit’s external provider before they are employed by the Qcity Transit, regardless if you have completed one before or not. The assessment is paid for by the Qcity Transit for applicants who continue on to work for Qcity Transit. What opportunities does Qcity Transit offer? Through the amalgamation of Transborder Express and the former Deane’s Buslines, Qcity Transit is able to offer: I. Route service work, II. School services, III. Charters, IV. Transfers, V. Timetable Coach work and, VI. General Coach hires. VII. Employment Application 2 What is the recruitment process at Qcity Transit? The recruitment process here at Qcity Transit is as follows: • Initial interview, • Call referees, • Conduct a second interview and, • Undergo Training and Assessment with External Provider • On the job training as a trainee If all of that is successful then the applicant would need to undergo Qcity Transit operational training which will be conducted by a member of our operations staff. This is to ensure they are familiar with shifts/rosters through direct training and to guarantee the applicant understands our practice(s). They will then need to commence their final assessment; this will be done when the applicant is ready and confident that they have received sufficient knowledge to commence his/her shift as normal. What is an average working day like? At Qcity Transit and Transborder Express, the majority of shifts incorporate school services. Typically a normal shift will see a driver perform an AM school run then proceed onto a transfer or charter (demand based), and then proceed onto a PM school run. The average spread of hours is from approximately 0645 hrs to 1645 hrs, with breaks in between. Shift times may differ and Qcity Transit cannot guarantee hours. However it is possible for drivers to pick up extra work/shifts if he or she is willing. How much does Qcity pay? We pay according to the relevant state and federal awards, as well as penalties, overtime, and superannuation. We are looking to recruit permanent part time drivers and will guarantee 21 hours per week to the right candidate. Employment Application 3 Employment Application SURNAME (BLOCK LETTERS) ................................................................................................................ GIVEN NAMES: ............................................................................. AGE ........... DOB .............................. ADDRESS: ................................................................................................................................................ ..................................................................................................... POST CODE ....................................... CONTACT NUMBER: ............................................. (Home) ....................................................... (mobile) Email ........................................................ …….. GENDER: MALE FEMALE TAX FILE No:…………………………………. POSITION APPLIED FOR: ..................................................................................................... LEGAL AND ORGANISATIONAL PROFILE: Are you a permanent resident of Australia? YES NO If you are not an Australian Citizen, do you have permanent residency or a current work permit? Permit Expiry Date: ........................................ YES NO Are you in possession of a current driver’s licence with the loss of no more than four demerit points? YES NO Drivers Licence No and Class: ............................. Are you a Prohibited or Registrable Person under the Child Protection (Offenders Registration) Act 2000? YES NO DETAILS: .................................................................................................................................................. ................................................................................................................................................................... HAS THERE BEEN: a) any licence suspension in the last 4 years? YES NO b) any traffic convictions involving the consumption of alcohol in the last 4 years? YES NO c) any dangerous driving convictions in the last 4 years? YES NO DETAILS: .................................................................................................................................................. ................................................................................................................................................................... Employment Application 4 HAVE YOU HAD ONE OR LESS OF THE FOLLOWING? a) any licence suspension in the last 10 years? YES NO b) any traffic convictions involving the consumption of alcohol in the last 10 years? YES NO c) any traffic convictions involving dangerous driving in the last 10 years? YES NO DETAILS: ................................................................................................................................................. ................................................................................................................................................................... CRIMINAL CONVICTIONS: HAVE YOU HAD ANY CRIMINAL CONVICTIONS If yes, please provide details. YES NO ................................................................................................................................................................... ..................................................................................................................................................................