Go places with an industry leader
Our team is proud to be part of one of Australia’s leading transport providers. CDC is part of ComfortDelGro Corporation headquartered in Singapore, a global company listed on the Singapore Stock Exchange and one of the world’s leading passenger transport operators.
A career with CDC will expand your horizon and accelerate your career. Operating out of metropolitan and regional locations across Australia – in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, the Northern Territory and the Australian Capital Territory – we not only provide bus transport on school and urban services, but we also provide reliable, competitive charters.
We also operate non-emergency patient transport through National Patient Transport (NPT). NPT is a trusted and longstanding partner to Ambulance Victoria, as well as other public and private health services.
Additionally, our outdoor advertising agency Moove Media places premium, large format adverts on a fleet of over 1200 buses in Sydney, Canberra, Newcastle and Melbourne.
CDC offers an exciting array of full-time, part-time, and casual roles including driving, maintenance, operations, corporate management and administration.
If this sounds like the career move for you, we would love to hear from you.
Current Opportunities at ComfortDelGro Australia
Fleet Manager
Kunda Park, Sunshine Coast QLD
Fleet Management (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)
Full-time
Reports to: General Manager Queensland
Purpose of the role:
Reporting to the General Manager Queensland, the Fleet Manager Queensland is responsible for leading the Queensland fleet team to provide technical support, expertise and engineering solutions to ensure the business can achieve its objectives whilst maintaining a high-level safety culture.
As with other manager roles, this role will review and drive the HSE requirements at each depot on visits.
To be considered for this role, you have:
Qualifications
- Relevant trade qualifications
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in the industry – preferable in a manager’s role
- Minimum MR licence
Experience
- Able to work independently as well as a departmental representative with other CDC departments and maintain constructive professional relationships with peers in various other departments across CDC
- Sound working knowledge of lean principles
- Keep abreast of local industry developments and advancements
- High level of verbal and written communication
- Able to effectively use Microsoft Office and other CDC computer software programs
- Ability to identify and assess safety issues and control hazards within their area of responsibility
- Proven ability to organise and coordinate a diverse variety of responsibilities including major projects
- Ability to lead others and lead change in high pressure situations
- Demonstrated experience in interacting with external and internal stakeholders
- Ability to monitor budgets within areas of responsibility and provide feedback to senior management in relation to forecasting for upcoming budgets
- The ability to performance manage and mentor employees
Skills
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Organisational skills to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively
- Ability to lead and manage a team
- Ability to be flexible, demonstrate initiative and work effectively under pressure
- Problem solving, being able to think outside the square
- A solution focused individual who has the ability to get the job done regardless of impediment.
Knowledge
- Strong communication skills
- A team orientated individual who is consistent in nature
- A solution focused individual who has the ability to get the job done regardless of impediment
Attributes
- Ability to lead others
- Ability to work with Management in achieving Management’s expectations and requirements
- Good work ethic and a good attitude
- Contribute positively within a team environment, demonstrating initiative, integrity, and collaboration
General Responsibilities
Fleet Management
- Oversee the development of annual fleet repair and replacement budgets and plans, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and the effective and efficient management of CDC Queensland fleet
- Provide specialist technical and engineering advice and strategies to implement asset improvement initiatives which maximises value form CDC Regional fleet and other assets
- Provide overall management of all activities relating to fleet management
- Ability to travel and work across all CDC Queensland Depots. Travel may be required with minimal notice
Facilities Management
- Assist in the development of a strategic facilities plan to ensure all future resource requirements are met
- Ensure facility maintenance programs and plans are reviewed and implemented appropriately and effectively
- Oversee the development and implementation of essential service procedures and plans
Our Parent Company
CDC Australia is fully owned by ComfortDelGro Corporation in Singapore. ComfortDelGro is one of the world’s largest land transport companies with a total fleet size of over 45,300 buses, taxis and rental vehicles. The group operates in seven countries from Singapore to China, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, Vietnam and Malaysia, giving it the broadest footprint amongst its international peers.
If you have any questions or would like to know more information, please contact Mary Whitney, HR Business Partner on 0447 444 727.
A Drug and Alcohol screening along with a Pre-Employment Medical will be required for the successful applicant prior to employment.
We are committed to meaningful equity and diversity in our workforce. We do this by creating a workplace that embraces and celebrates the value of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, their skills, and their contribution. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for all our positions.
If you are looking for a change and would like to join a leading passenger transport provider, please apply by sending your CV and covering letter.
Procurement Specialist
Melbourne, VIC
Procurement Specialist
Full-time
Purpose of the role:
Reporting to the General Manager, Procurement, the Procurement Specialist will assist in the delivery of the full range of procurement activities and projects to support ComfortDelGro Australia’s (CDC) strategic objectives. This position will be responsible for supporting and undertaking accurate development, analysis, evaluation and assessment for RFQ’s, and implementing the most optimal procurement method.
Experience in the following areas are highly advantageous for the role:
Fleet – fleet procurement and refurbishments, repairs and maintenance, parts, fuel, tyres, workshop and body shop tools, consumables and sublets.
Property – Power and Utilities, capital and lease buildings, repairs and maintenance, office equipment
Who we are:
ComfortDelGro Australia (CDC) is a trusted and longstanding partner of government and business. We are proud to be moving millions of customers every year and committed to delivering best-in-class transport solutions. In addition to buses, taxis and non-emergency patient transport, our parent company – ComfortDelGro Corporation – which is headquartered in Singapore, operates other businesses including automotive engineering services, inspection and testing services, driving centres, insurance services and outdoor advertising.
ComfortDelGro Australia (CDC) provides safe and reliable transport services to metro and regional communities across New South Wales, Victoria, the Northern Territory, Queensland, the Australian Capital Territory and Western Australia. With every journey, we’re linking people to places and building communities.
Equal Opportunity:
ComfortDelGro Australia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and developing a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. We encourage and welcome applications from all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTQI+, candidates with varying abilities and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Flexibility and Agile Working:
ComfortDelGro supports flexibility and agile working, whilst this role is advertised as based in Melbourne (CBD) Victoria, we are also open to candidates working from our NSW (St Mary’s) operation, we continue to maintain a flexible philosophy by supporting our employees, their work life balance and professional growth.
Main Responsibilities
- Support the General Manager, Procurement in the development and delivery of a national procurement strategy.
- Consult with management, stakeholders, and users to maximise the effectiveness of the procurement arrangements.
- Assist and execute end-to-end procurement activities, from RFP, analysis, negotiation, award and transition.
- Undertake ongoing contract management, monitoring and tracking supply of goods and services in accordance with contract requirements.
Specific Responsibilities
Strategic Planning
- Support the General Manager, Procurement, in developing a procurement strategy to ensure CDC has a clearly defined approach and rationale for procurement activities across the business.
- Undertake regular business needs analysis to align procurement objectives with the business objectives and ensure procurement options and plans are developed to deliver on the desired business outcomes.
- Keep abreast of market trends, undertaking supply and demand analysis to ensure the required supply of goods and services.
- Carry out benchmarking of prices of goods/services to provide assurance on value-for-money for goods and services procured.
- Maintain and update the tender system to ensure that contracts for the supply of goods and services are either renewed or tendered in advance of their expiry date.
- Conduct regular spend analysis and/or other tasks as directed by the General Manager, Procurement or an appropriate Company representative.
Procurement processes
- Execute the end-to-end procurement lifecycle from Request for Proposal (scope development, tender conditions and draft contract) to tender, administration of electronic tender boxes, negotiation and award.
- Ensure compliance with Group Financial Policy & Procedures and the Financial Authority Limits (FAL) and keep up to date with best-in-class industry procurement practices
- Review contracts to minimise risk of legal exposure or breaches by CDC.
- Assist with the enhancement of sustainable procurement practices for the purposes of compliance with relevant contracts, legislation, and accreditations, including ISO20400:2017.
- Ensure rigorous selection of suppliers and sub-contractors, and address and remedy instances of non-compliance in the contract and/or relevant standard(s).
Contract Management
- Build and maintain harmonious working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and suppliers, to provide appropriate advice, support and guidance.
- Maintain and update the contract master register.
- Monitor, track and report on status of supply contracts to ensure that supply contract performance targets are met, and deviations are highlighted.
- Assist and advise local Business Units on procurement and contract management processes to ensure uniform approach to contract management.
Process, Policy & Systems
- Participate in monitoring and testing the development of e-Procurement systems and ERP systems.
- Ensure compliance to all the Company’s policies, procedures and safety management systems.
- Undertake other duties as reasonably directed in line with the incumbent’s skill and experience.
Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience Requirements
- 5+ years’ experience in a similar role, preferable in the transport or logistics industry.
- Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Management, Contract Law, Business or Numerate Sciences.
- Experience in sustainable procurement activity, preferably in a heavy vehicle or transport environment.
- Basic knowledge of WHS legislation and requirements, ideally in a heavy vehicle operating/maintenance environment
- Familiarity and/or experience in ISO20400:2017 is highly regarded.
- Good working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
- Intermediate understanding of contract management principles
- Able to effectively use Microsoft Office programs and good understanding of ERP systems
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
- Able to work independently as well as a departmental representative with other Company departments.
- Sound relationship-building and interpersonal skills
- Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate.
- Current drivers licence (car).
Current Opportunities at our businesses
Bus Driver
Be the face of CDC, as you drive route, school or charter services for your local community. With depots across the Hills and Northern Beach regions in Sydney, The Hunter Valley, Blue Mountains and Regional NSW, we have casual, part time and full time opportunities available.
To join CDC NSW and start your bus driving career today you need to:
- love providing great customer service
- have an unrestricted NSW driver’s license and held it for at least two years
- be a safe driver and have a good driving record
- be at least 20 years old
If you tick all the boxes above, we can provide you the opportunity to be on the road driving our buses doing the best job ever.
We can provide several training options including licence from a C class license to a MR licence right through to a fully funded Certificate III in Driving Operations Click through for more information on our Apprenticeship and Traineeship Program.
Casual Charter Drivers
CDC is currently searching for enthusiastic and passionate individuals to join our team of Casual Charter Drivers. Working from one of our metropolitan Sydney, Hunter Valley, Blue mountains or regional depots we have plenty of shifts available for experienced bus drivers looking to pick up some casual shifts.
Maintenance
With a modern fleet of over 1,500 vehicles, our maintenance teams’ work together to ensure our buses and coaches are ready for their daily commute. Most of our depots have their own workshops, with positions available for qualified Diesel Mechanics, Spray Painters, Body Builders, Upholsters and Auto-Electricians, as well as opportunities for Trades Assistants. To succeed in these roles, you will have the relevant trade qualifications and safety front of mind, with experience working with heavy vehicles, and an MR licence (or equivalent), highly desirable.
Heavy Vehicle Mechanics
CDC are always searching for experienced Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanics to join our team of mechanics at our depots. Working on our large fleet of modern buses, you will be responsible for all aspects of bus maintenance, from scheduled servicing, to diagnosis and repair of faults.
Light to Heavy Vehicle Mechanics
Interesting in upskilling to work on heavy vehicles – contact us to discuss how we can help!
Operations
Each of our depots have a dedicated Operations team who are responsible for coordinating the local functions of the depot. In additional to local operations staff, we have an Operations Customer Centre (OCC), located at our Seven Hills depot, which ensures the delivery of all CDC services, and supports drivers through any on road events.
Customer Service / Administration
All of our depots operate charter services, as well as public transport services. To assist in the functioning of each site, we have dedicated Charter/Customer Service Representatives and Administration Co-ordinators who assist our customers, and staff, in answering queries, assisting with lost property, and co-ordinating charter bookings.
Bus Driver
Be the face of CDC Victoria, as you drive route, school or charter services for your local community. With 8 depots across metropolitan Melbourne and Regional Victoria, we have both casual and full time opportunities available at all depots. To be successful in this role, you will have a passion for providing exceptional customer services, be reliable and available to work a variety of shifts, and have an uncompromising approach towards safety. You will hold an MR (or equivalent) licence, and have the ability to obtain a Drivers Accreditation and Working with Children Check.
Casual Charter Drivers
CDC Victoria is currently searching for enthusiastic and passionate individuals to join our team of Casual Charter Drivers. Working from one of our 8 depots across metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria, you will be the face of our Charter business, providing exceptional service to our charter customers.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Safety as your number one priority, always;
- A passion for providing exceptional customer service;
- An excellent driving record, and experience driving buses or coaches;
- A HR, or equivalent, drivers licence;
- A Drivers Accreditation Certificate, and Working with Children Check;
Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic
CDC Victoria are always searching for experienced Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanics to join our team of mechanics at our 8 depots.
Working on our large fleet of modern buses, you will be responsible for all aspects of bus maintenance, from scheduled servicing, to diagnosis and repair of faults.
To be successful in this role you must have:
- An uncompromising approach to health and safety
- Relevant trade qualifications, with experience preferably within the bus industry
- A Heavy Vehicle Licence, or be willing and able to obtain
- The ability to work autonomously, and as part of a team
- Excellent communication skills
Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic
CDC Victoria are regularly on the lookout for dedicated and reliable Heavy Vehicle Mechanics to join our team in depots across Victoria.
Working on our large fleet of modern buses, including zero emission vehicles, as a Mechanic you will be responsible for all aspects of bus maintenance including scheduled and unscheduled servicing, as well as diagnosis, reporting and repair of vehicle faults.
To be successful to work with CDC you must have:
- An uncompromising approach to health and safety;
- Relevant trade qualifications, with industry experience
- A Heavy Vehicle Licence, or be willing and able to obtain one;
Bus Driver
Be the face of CDC Canberra, as you drive urban, school or charter services for your local community. With three depots across the Greater Canberra region, we have full-time, part-time, and casual opportunities available. To be successful in this role, you will have a passion for providing exceptional customer service, be reliable and available to work a variety of shifts and have an uncompromising approach towards safety.
Ideally, you will hold an MR (or equivalent) licence and the ability to obtain a Driver’s Accreditation and a valid Blue Card before commencing work. While a track record as a capable, qualified driver is always an advantage, we have in-house staff to train new drivers and welcome those who are enthusiastic about joining the industry. Better still, you’ll earn while you learn in our paid training programs.
Maintenance
With a modern fleet of more than 145 vehicles, our maintenance teams work together to ensure our buses and coaches are ready for their daily commute. Our depots have their own workshops, with positions available for qualified diesel mechanics, spray painters, body builders, upholsterers, and auto-electricians, as well as opportunities for trades assistants. To succeed in these roles, you will have the relevant trade qualifications and safety at front of mind, with experience working with heavy vehicles, and an MR licence (or equivalent), highly desirable. CDC Canberra also supports the next generation of maintenance staff through apprenticeships.
Operations
Our operations teams are responsible for the delivery of our services. A precision team, they’re the ones behind the scenes, coordinating our buses and drivers to ensure services are reliable and punctual.
Operational roles include:
- Depot managers
- Operations managers and supervisors
- Schedulers
- Driver trainers
- Charter operations
Customer Service / Administration
Our depots operate public transport, school, and charter services. They are supported by dedicated frontline charter and customer service representatives and administration coordinators who help the public with queries, assist with lost property, administer school bus passes, and co-ordinate charter bookings.
Bus Driver
Be the face of CDC Queensland, as you drive route, school or charter services for your local community. With five depots across the Sunshine Coast and Gladstone, as well our depots in Rockhampton and Yeppoon through our businesses, Young’s Bus Services and Rothery’s Coaches, we have both casual and full-time opportunities available. To be successful in this role, you will have a passion for providing exceptional customer service, be reliable and available to work a variety of shifts and have an uncompromising approach towards safety. You will hold an MR (or equivalent) licence and the ability to obtain a Drivers Accreditation and a valid Blue Card before commencing work. While a track record as a capable driver is always an advantage, we have in-house staff to train new drivers and welcome those who are enthusiastic about joining the industry.
Maintenance
With a modern fleet of more than 150 vehicles, our maintenance teams work together to ensure our buses and coaches are ready for their daily commute. Our Sunshine Coast and Gladstone depots have their own workshops, with positions available for qualified diesel mechanics, spray painters, body builders, upholsterers, and auto-electricians, as well as opportunities for trades assistants. To succeed in these roles, you will have the relevant trade qualifications and safety front of mind, with experience working with heavy vehicles, and an MR licence (or equivalent) is highly desirable. CDC Queensland also supports the next generation of maintenance staff through apprenticeships.
Operations
Our operations teams are responsible for the delivery of our services. A precision team, they’re the ones behind the scenes, coordinating our buses and drivers to ensure services are reliable and punctual.
Operational roles include:
- Depot managers
- Operations managers and supervisors
- Schedulers
- Driver trainers
- Charter operations
Customer Service / Administration
Our Sunshine Coast depots operate charter and school bus services. Our Gladstone depot operates public transport, school, and charter services. They are supported by dedicated frontline charter and customer service representatives and administration co-ordinators who help the public with queries, assist with lost property, administer school bus passes, and co-ordinate charter bookings.
Corporate Services
CDC Queensland’s head office is in Kunda Park near Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast. Our corporate services team supports our frontline in ensuring all functions of the business operate smoothly.
Positions range from administration support to management in the following areas:
- Finance and governance
- Human resources
- Customer service and sales
- Community engagement
- Marketing and communications
- Health and safety
- Systems
- Facilities
Bus Driver
Be the face of CDC Northern Territory, as you drive urban, school or charter services for your local community. With six depots across Darwin, Alice Springs, Humpty Doo, Jabiru and Batchelor, we have casual and part-time opportunities available. To be successful in this role, you will have a passion for providing exceptional customer service, be reliable and available to work a variety of shifts and have an uncompromising approach towards safety. You will hold an MR (or equivalent) licence and the ability to obtain a Driver’s Accreditation and a valid Blue Card before commencing work. While a track record as a capable driver is always an advantage, we have in-house staff to train new drivers and welcome those who are enthusiastic about joining the industry.
Maintenance
With a modern fleet of more than 200 vehicles, our maintenance teams work together to ensure our buses and coaches are ready for their daily commute. Our depots have their own workshops, with positions available for qualified diesel mechanics, spray painters, body builders, upholsterers, and auto-electricians, as well as opportunities for trades assistants. To succeed in these roles, you will have the relevant trade qualifications and safety at front of mind, with experience working with heavy vehicles, and an MR licence (or equivalent), highly desirable. CDC Northern Territory also supports the next generation of maintenance staff through apprenticeships.
Operations
Our operations teams are responsible for the delivery of our services. A precision team, they’re the ones behind the scenes, coordinating our buses and drivers to ensure services are reliable and punctual.
Operational roles include:
- Depot managers
- Operations managers and supervisors
- Schedulers
- Driver trainers
- Charter operations
Customer Service / Administration
Our depots operate public transport, school, and charter services. They are supported by dedicated frontline charter and customer service representatives and administration coordinators who help the public with queries, assist with lost property, administer school bus passes, and co-ordinate charter bookings.
Ambulance Transport Attendants – Melbourne Metro and Regional Areas
We are seeking full time, part time and casual qualified Ambulance Transport Attendants for Metropolitan Melbourne, Benalla, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton, Mildura, Swan Hill and Warrnambool. If you are AHPRA registered or hold the Diploma of Paramedicine please apply completing all aspects of the application paperwork (successful completion of the paperwork forms part of the selection criteria).
Responsibilities:
- Primary care, monitoring and treatment of patients during transport;
- Provision of clinical handovers for all inter-hospital and diagnostic related transfers;
- Performing, as part of a team, to deliver high quality care and treatment in a timely, safe and efficient manner;
- Complying with patient care related clinical and operational policies and procedures as specified in the patient transport regulations and Clinical Practice Protocols;
- Safe driving of patient transport vehicles in accordance with respective road laws across Victoria.
Critical Care Registered Nurses
We seek expressions of interest from Critical Care Registered Nurses with recent experience in ICU and ED to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Care of high acuity patients for inter-hospital transfers
- Care of low and medium acuity patients as required
- Working as part of a team to deliver high quality care and treatment in a safe, timely and efficient manner
- Compliance with patient care documentation requirements
- Adhering to all relevant NEPT regulations and clinical practice protocols
- Compliance with organisational policies and procedures
- Maintaining critical care currency by continuing to work in a hospital in a Critical Care area on a regular basis