Bus Driver Day Tour Guide

Due to increasing demand, Pennicott Wilderness Journeys is looking for multiple Bus Driver/Guides to join our team based in Hobart. 

The Role

• Your primary role would involve guiding our Bruny Island Traveller tour, which is a full day tour from Hobart that explores Bruny Island.  The tour includes a number of scenic stops along the island and we also visit the island's producers where guests have a tasting experience provided by the makers. 
   

• This role would also work as Bus Driver/Guide for our other day tours from Hobart including the Port Arthur Bus Service, and the Three Capes Track Shuttle Bus.

Hours & Pay Rates

We have plenty of work available from 2 days a week, through to 5 days a week depending on the applicant's availability and preferences.  Tours operate daily all year round.

• Casual bus drivers earn $420-$452 per day on weekdays and $561-$731 per day on weekends.  

• Full-time and part-time salary available for the right applicant.

Required Qualifications

In order to undertake the role, the applicant would need to hold or obtain the following qualifications:

• Medium Rigid Drivers Licence

• Public Passenger Vehicle Ancillary Certificate

• Working With Vulnerable People

• First Aid

Pennicott Wilderness Journeys is happy to cover the cost of obtaining these qualifications. 

Who We Are

Pennicott Wilderness Journeys is a family owned company renowned for the world-class experiences we provide at Bruny Island, Port Arthur, Hobart and Coles Bay.  We have been operating since 1999 and take 190,000 visitors annually across our fleet of 16 vessels and 16 buses.  

This is an exciting opportunity to join a 100% Tasmanian family-owned and run company which has won 16 Australian and 34 Tasmanian Tourism Awards.

We are an equal opportunity employer who has an amazing team of over 100 staff who have a passion for delivering high quality visitor experiences. Our staff love their job and we have a friendly and supportive work environment. 

You can find out more at https://www.pennicottjourneys.com.au 

Who Should Apply

We are looking for applicants who are customer service driven and people focused, who have personality, energy, enthusiasm and great communication skills.  

Previous experience and qualifications are valued but not essential.  Training is provided for successful applicants in all roles. 

How To Apply

Applications must include a resume and cover letter outlining why you would be a great fit for this position.

Applications close on Friday 28th August 2026.