Tour and Charter Drivers

The Opportunity

With demand for charter, tour and event transport continuing to grow, we are looking for Tour and Charter Drivers to join our Christchurch team.

This is a unique opportunity to combine your professional driving skills with exceptional customer service, helping create memorable travel experiences for local, national and international passengers. From day tours and corporate charters to sporting events and special occasions, no two days are the same.

If you hold a minimum Class 2 licence, enjoy interacting with people, and take pride in delivering safe, reliable, and friendly service, we'd love to hear from you.

Who we are

Ritchies is one of Aotearoa New Zealand's leading passenger transport companies, employing more than 3,000 people across the country.

We provide a wide range of public transport, school, charter and tourism services, connecting communities and helping people get where they need to be safely and comfortably. As our business continues to evolve, we're investing in a more sustainable future through fleet decarbonisation and innovative transport solutions.

Joining Ritchies means becoming part of a team that values safety, customer service, teamwork and community connection.

What you offer

You're a professional driver who enjoys working with people and delivering a positive customer experience.

You understand that every journey matters and take pride in representing both Ritchies and Christchurch as a welcoming ambassador for our passengers. You're flexible, dependable and comfortable working weekends, early mornings, evenings, and occasional overnight trips when required.

Most importantly, you're committed to operating safely, communicating effectively, and providing exceptional service every step of the way.

Your Skills

• Strong communication and customer service skills
  • Ability to confidently engage with a diverse range of passengers
  • Experience delivering tour commentary is advantageous
  • Physically capable of lifting luggage and equipment up to 20kg
  • Minimum NZ Class 2 Licence
  • P Endorsement
  • Excellent driving record and safety focus
  • Professional presentation and reliable work ethic

What we offer

• Uniform provided
  • Comprehensive training and ongoing support
  • Varied and rewarding work across tours, charters, and events
  • Friendly and supportive team environment
  • Strong Health and Safety culture
  • Stable employment with a well-established New Zealand company
  • Employee Assistance Programme (including Sonder)
  • Opportunities to develop your driving career within the wider Ritchies network

Ready to apply

At Ritchies, we're committed to providing a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace for all employees.

As part of our recruitment process, successful applicants will be required to complete pre-employment checks, including drug and alcohol testing, Ministry of Justice checks, and reference checks.

Apply today and join a team that keeps people moving while delivering exceptional travel experiences across Canterbury and beyond.

Candidates for this position must be based in New Zealand and have the legal right to work in New Zealand at the time of application.