Amelia Talopau
Auckland,AUK
Summary
Experienced Coach Bus Driver with a background in safe and efficient transport of passengers to various locations. Strengths include exceptional knowledge of route planning, active listening skills, and the ability to maintain calm under pressure. Contributed to improved passenger safety and satisfaction in previous roles through careful driving and effective communication.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Coach Bus Driver
Ritchies Coachlines
Auckland, Auckland
- Recorded accurate mileage logs at designated stops along routes for reporting purposes.
- Adhered to all safety regulations and traffic laws while operating the coach bus.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations in a calm manner while following safety protocols.
- Greeted new passengers when they boarded the coach bus and provided them with instructions for their journey.
- Assisted disabled or elderly passengers getting on and off buses by providing physical support as needed.
- Communicated regularly with dispatchers regarding route changes or delays due to traffic or inclement weather conditions.
- Inspected passenger tickets upon entry and exit from the coach bus to ensure validity.
- Reported any mechanical issues encountered while driving back to base after each shift.
- Conducted pre-trip inspection of the coach bus, including checking oil, fuel, water, brakes, tires and lights.
- Provided safe and efficient transportation to passengers on long-distance trips.
- Interacted positively with customers throughout their journey by answering questions in a friendly manner.
Coach Bus Driver
Pavlovich Coachlines Ltd
Auckland, Auckland
- Recorded accurate mileage logs at designated stops along routes for reporting purposes.
- Adhered to all safety regulations and traffic laws while operating the coach bus.
- Greeted new passengers when they boarded the coach bus and provided them with instructions for their journey.
- Followed all company policies relating to customer service standards during interactions with passengers.
- Monitored the condition of the bus, ensuring it was in a safe working order before each trip.
- Ensured that all passengers had valid tickets before boarding the bus.
- Answered questions from passengers about destinations, travel times and other topics related to their journeys.
- Learned and followed school transportation procedures.
- Completed accident and incident reports accurately and legibly at end of scheduled shifts.
- Transported passengers on predetermined routes while obeying traffic regulations.
- Provided route, schedule and fare information to passengers.
- Helped elderly and disabled passengers board and exit bus.
- Performed pre-trip inspection and mechanical checks before scheduled run.
Coach Bus Driver
Howick and Eastern Bus Ltd
Auckland, Auckland
- Verified that all passengers were seated before operating the bus.
- Greeted customers in a friendly manner when boarding the bus.
- Checked passenger tickets throughout route journey to ensure they had valid tickets for their destination.
- Maintained order among passengers during trip by enforcing rules of conduct.
- Operated wheelchair lifts as needed to assist passengers with special needs onto the bus safely.
- Inspected vehicles prior to each shift for mechanical defects or malfunctions.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch staff via two way radio regarding delays, detours.
- Reported any mechanical or operational issues to maintenance staff promptly.
- Monitored traffic conditions along assigned routes in order to plan alternate routes if necessary.
- Reported any incidents that occurred during route travel to management personnel immediately.
- Ensured safety of passengers by adhering to all applicable traffic laws and regulations.
- Collected fares, tickets and passes accurately.
- Assisted elderly or disabled passengers with boarding and disembarking from the bus.
- Followed designated routes according to timetables while obeying speed limits at all times.
- Maintained daily logs of vehicle inspections, trips, hours worked and other pertinent information.
- Provided route, schedule and fare information to passengers.
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Route planning
- Safety compliance
- Emergency response
- Ticket verification
- Customer service
- Incident reporting
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Road safety awareness
- Passenger assistance
- Emergency procedures
- Punctuality
- Safe driving
- Ticket handling
- Safety-focused
Certification
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Class 4
- P endorsement
Timeline
Coach Bus Driver
Ritchies Coachlines
Coach Bus Driver
Pavlovich Coachlines Ltd
Coach Bus Driver
Howick and Eastern Bus Ltd
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