Bus driver

Job Summary

We are hiring Bus Drivers for a leading bus company in Tokyo, Japan. Selected candidates will initially join as Bus Driver Trainees and receive company-sponsored training to obtain the Japanese Large Vehicle Class 2 Driving Licence.

Candidates will have the opportunity to build a long-term career in Japan's passenger transportation industry and progress to operating route, express, and chartered buses based on experience and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate large buses on assigned routes.
  
• Initially operate route buses, with opportunities to operate express and chartered buses based on experience and performance.
  
• Follow assigned routes, schedules, traffic regulations, and company safety standards.
  
• Ensure passenger safety and provide a comfortable travel experience.
  
• Conduct basic vehicle inspections and report vehicle faults or abnormalities.
  
• Assist with basic bus cleaning and maintenance activities when required.
  
• Complete mandatory theoretical and practical driving training.
  
• Learn Japanese driving procedures, traffic rules, and bus operating standards.
  
• Work according to assigned shifts, including early morning and late shifts.
  
• Maintain professional communication with passengers, colleagues, and supervisors.
  
• Follow all company policies and workplace safety procedures.
  

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of valid passenger car driving licence at the time of interview.
  
• 3+ years of driving licence history preferred.
  
• Candidates with less than 3 years of driving licence history can also apply; additional training will be provided.
  
• JLPT N3 is mandatory before entering Japan.
  
• Only JLPT certification will be accepted.
  
• Must successfully pass the SSW Driver Test.
  
• Must be willing to obtain the Japanese Large Vehicle Class 2 Driving Licence.
  
• Must be willing to undergo required driving training and licence conversion procedures in Japan.
  
• Must successfully pass the mandatory medical examination as per employer requirements.
  
• Good communication skills and willingness to learn Japanese driving procedures.
  
• Willingness to work rotational shifts, including early morning and late shifts.
  
• Must be physically and mentally fit to perform bus driving duties.
  
• Previous professional Bus Driver / Heavy Vehicle Driver experience will be an advantage.
  

Benefits