About being a Tram Driver We’re looking for passionate individuals to provide an excellent service to the community. Tram driving provides exceptional job security, a competitive salary, and generous benefits including a free Myki Travel Pass. As part of this iconic Melbourne brand, you will connect Melburnians and visitors to our city’s attractions. Tram Driving is centred around shift work, working on your own, and requires a high level of concentration for long periods of time. Yarra Trams offers comprehensive training and continuous support from managers and colleagues. Join a diverse, welcoming team that invests in your growth, offering career advancement and professional development. Many of our leaders started as drivers! What makes a good Tram Driver? Safety is our top priority, and with a focus on safety first, a proven record of safe driving is required. If you enjoy shift work, working on your own, multitasking, and have attention to detail, this role is for you! A commitment to exceptional customer service and communication is key, while also maintaining a positive outlook, being resilient, and having the ability to handle pressure. What do you need to become a tram driver? To be a Tram Driver you will: • Have full work rights within Australia (Australian citizen or permanent Resident) • Be medically fit to perform the functions of a Tram Driver. This includes basic mobility, hearing, and other health checks. • Obtain a minimum of 12 months driving experience in Victoria or Australia. • Commit to a comprehensive full time 6–10-week training program and a 6-month probation period (fully paid). • Be available to work full time 40 hours per week (5 days a week inclusive of weekends and public holidays) following a rotating roster. • Work early starts and late finishes. • Receive a Certificate III in Light Rail Driving upon successful completion of training. Depot locations We have a total of eight tram depots in the following four regions: • North depots: Essendon, Brunswick, Preston • East depots: Kew, Camberwell • South depots: Malvern, Glenhuntly • CBD depot: Southbank Interested? Click Apply Now. Only completed online application forms will be accepted. Click here If you are interested in Part Time Tram Driving opportunities Our guiding principle is to ‘think like a passenger’. We focus on delivering safe, reliable, clean, and easy-to-use services. And we are committed to increasing the environmental, social, and economic contribution that Melbourne’s tram network makes to the city. We work with the Victorian Government, Public Transport Victoria and other transport agencies and operators to provide a fully integrated transport service for the people of Melbourne.
