School Bus Operations Services Team Lead

About the job

About ICS

The Inter-Community School Zurich (ICS) is more than just a school – we are an international community where everyone feels welcome. For over sixty years, ICS, as the oldest international school in Switzerland and a leading IB World School, has provided first-class education. Our campus is located just 10 km from Zurich's old town, in the green area of Zumikon, surrounded by nature yet close to the city center.

We create an environment where both students and staff can grow, develop, and reach their full potential.

Your Role

We are looking for a reliable, proactive, and service-oriented individual as School Bus Operations Services Team Lead to lead and coordinate our transport services. In this role, you ensure a safe, efficient, and customer-focused bus operation for our students and staff.

You will lead a small team of drivers, plan and optimize routes, and serve as the main contact person for families, drivers, and the Facilities & Operations department.

Your Profile

• Proven experience in transport management, logistics, or fleet coordination.
• Excellent German and English skills (both mandatory); good knowledge of the Zurich region is an advantage.
• CZV certification if you need to drive yourself.
• Driver's license category D1 (is an advantage).
• Strong organizational and communication skills as well as high attention to detail.
• Customer-oriented, reliable, and team-oriented work attitude.
• Ability to handle operational challenges calmly and efficiently.
• Valid Swiss work permit and residence near the school.

Our Values

At ICS, we are Humble, Welcoming, Committed, Resilient. We work in agile, eager-to-learn teams and implement ideas with tangible added value – always with the students at the center.

What We Offer: Employment Conditions & Benefits

• Permanent contract, starting immediately or by agreement.
• A versatile, responsible role in a collegial, multicultural environment.
• Working hours: 100% during the school term (at least 190 working days per year).
• Flexible working hours according to the school's transport needs; occasional early morning, evening, or weekend shifts (for events, route adjustments, or emergencies).
• 30 vacation days per year plus school closure between Christmas and New Year.
• Meaningful work ensuring smooth and safe school operations at a leading international school.
• Attractive social benefits and pension contributions.
• Free parking on campus.
• Opportunities for further training and development.

Next Steps

If this role could be your next professional step and you want to work with purpose and impact, we look forward to receiving your complete application (CV, cover letter, diplomas, and references) in PDF format via our career portal, addressed to Jenny Kollmann, HR Talent Attraction.

We are looking for someone who can start soon; quick availability is therefore an advantage.

We look forward to your application!