Transport Canberra has announced that 180 locals have tried their hand at bus driving as part of the recent ‘Come and Try’ day at the Transport Industries Skills Centre.
The Minister for Transport and City Services, Chris Steel said men and women of all ages took part in three two-hour sessions driving around a specially designed track, with the Transport Canberra team on-hand to instruct and answer questions.
“It was fantastic to see so many people come out today and try their hand at driving a bus to see if it’s a potential new career path for them,” Mr Steel said.
“Under the instruction of trainers from Transport Canberra, people were able to drive a bus in a safe environment designed to help eliminate any fears behind the wheel,” he said.
Mr Steel said it was hoped that attendees from the ‘Come and Try’ event would submit an application to join Transport Canberra as a bus driver.
“Bus drivers play a crucial role in our community helping Canberrans get around our city and our drivers often say they love the social interaction they get with people from all walks of life.”
Mr Steel said 58 new drivers had hit the road since the new public transport network commenced, with a further 10 people currently in training.
Further information on bus driver eligibility requirements can be accessed at this PS News link.
