Bus Driver

First Group; Bristol; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading bus operator as a bus driver in Bristol. This role offers a rewarding career with competitive pay, excellent benefits, and comprehensive training for trainees. Enjoy flexible working hours and the opportunity to make a difference in your community.

Benefits

First Xclusives discount scheme

Free travel on buses

£6 all-day train travel

Free onsite parking

Up to 5 weeks holiday

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum age is 18 with at least 6 months' driving experience.
• Experienced drivers require a PCV license and up-to-date CPC.

Responsibilities

• Providing crucial bus services for local communities.
• Working independently while being part of a close-knit team.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Flexibility

Job description

Welcome to First Bus

Hello. Are you looking to join one of the country's largest bus operators? First Bus has launched the driving careers of thousands of people across the UK. You will be joining a forward-looking business at the forefront of bus technology. From mobile apps to carbon-friendly buses, we're leading the way.

We are welcoming applications to join our team in Lawrence Hill.

About the Role

Bus driving is a rewarding career. You'll be providing a crucial service that customers value and rely on. Getting to work or school, important doctor's appointments, shopping, heading into town, or the journey home. Bus drivers are key workers who keep everyday life moving for local communities. You'll be out on the road, working on your own initiative, but also part of a close-knit team that looks out for each other. Every day brings something different. You'll meet some amazing people along the way.

Join us as a Trainee and you will earn: £14.50 per hour, rising to £15.00 per hour after your 5-week training period, then rising to £16.00 per hour after 12 months.

Join us as an Experienced Driver and you will earn: £16.00 per hour.

These full-time posts are permanent. You will work 38 hours per week on various shift patterns, including mornings, evenings, and weekends.

PCV Licence Holders

Join us as a qualified driver and receive a £3,000 bonus. This payment is paid in two installments over 12 months (first after 6 months of service, second after 12 months). To be eligible, you must not have worked for First Bus in the last 12 months.

Info for Trainees

The minimum age is 18, with at least 6 months' driving experience. No worries if you've never driven anything bigger than a car before; we provide top-class training on our modern, automatic buses.

What We Are Looking For

• Experienced drivers require a PCV license and up-to-date CPC.
• All drivers need flexibility to work various shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

If you're a patient, safe driver with good people skills, you're the perfect fit for our driving team.

Benefits

In addition to your salary, we offer excellent benefits to enhance your weekly wage and ensure long-term financial security.

• First Xclusives discount scheme: Over 3,000 offers on high street and leisure brands for you, your family, and friends.
• Free travel on our buses for you and your family.
• £6 all-day train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, Hull Trains.
• Free onsite parking and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Up to 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme and opportunity to buy discounted FirstGroup shares.

Our Commitment to You

We prioritize physical and mental wellbeing at First Bus. We understand that work and life can be stressful. We offer health promotion initiatives and 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Public transport serves everyone, regardless of differences. At First Bus, we strive to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, thinking, and experiences, as they enrich our community and service.

Applicants should be aware that background checks are part of our recruitment process.