SUN JIE, BUS CAPTAIN

As a foreign worker in Singapore, to be able to work in a company where the big bosses treat all its employees as members of one big family is a big draw. Sun Jie, Bus Captain

Originally from Jilin in China, Sun Jie took up a job offer as Bus Captain with Woodlands Transport during a recruitment exercise there. Now six years into the job, he has no regrets.

Sun Jie s route lies in the western part of the city. He averages more than 500 trips daily, shuttling at least 300 customers daily on their daily commutes to and from work. His regular commuters are so familiar with him now that they enjoy greeting him when they board his bus. On one occasion, Sun Jie proudly shows off a shiny but small trinket tied to his smart phone, which a loyal commuter gifted him.

As a bus captain, Sun Jie believes that observing traffic safety rules, being timely and available, and providing a clean environment onboard his bus, are elements of good service. Sun Jie takes pride in his work and although he is not as fluent in English as he wishes, he enjoys working in Singapore and the company of his colleagues.

Although living and working far away from his family, Sun Jie is able to make regular visits back home to see his family. He attributes this to the company s understanding but professional management of its people resources. Sun Jie hopes to be able to continue his career at Woodlands Transport for as long as it is possible and is positive about his future with the company.