Bus Driver

Compass Travel (Sussex) Limited; Goring-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local bus company in Goring-by-Sea is seeking a full-time Bus Driver. The ideal candidate will have a PCV driving licence and CPC qualification, focusing on customer service and safety. Competitive pay of £14.80 per hour, with opportunities for bonuses. Benefits include free on-site parking and a company pension.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Company pension

Uniform

Free teas and coffees

Optional membership for financial and medical benefits

Family passes for free bus travel

Qualifications

• Hold a current and valid PCV (Category D) driving licence.
• Possess a current and valid Driver CPC qualification card.
• Experience in UK Bus Driving preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to passengers.
• Maintain safety and reliability of service.
• Be punctual and helpful at all times.

Skills

Friendliness

Customer service focus

Reliability

Safety awareness

Job description

Overview

£14.80 per hour Mondays to Saturdays (currently no Sunday or Bank Holiday working required).

Pay and hours

• Minimum 40 hours per week
• £651.20 per week (based on an average of 44 hours per week)
• Rotas are 4 days a week
• Up to £70 per month safe driving bonus (conditions apply)
• BREAKS PAID IN FULL
• Pay period is monthly, from the 24th to the 23rd of the following month; salary paid by BACS on the last working day of each month
• The role is full-time; overtime opportunities available
• Currently no Sunday or Bank Holiday working required (subject to change)

Benefits and requirements

• Free on-site parking
• Company pension
• Uniform
• Free teas and coffees on site at the depot
• Optional personal membership for financial and medical benefits, therapies, and welfare advice (£1.25 per week if chosen)
• Family passes after 2 weeks of employment for free bus travel for staff, their live-in partner and up to 5 dependants (conditions apply)
• Experience: UK Bus Driving: 1 year (preferred)

The role and expectations

• You are punctual, reliable, helpful, friendly, and customer- and safety-focused to provide passengers with the best possible service
• You hold a current and valid PCV (Category D) driving licence
• You hold a current and valid Driver CPC qualification card
• You will be able to commute or relocate to Worthing, West Sussex, reliably
• Our aim is to provide a safe, efficient, reliable and friendly service; the Driving Team plays a key part in maintaining our reputation

Requirements and qualifications

• Licence/Certification: PCV (Category D) driving licence (required)
• Driver CPC qualification card (required)
• Work Location: On the road
• authorised to work in the UK; no sponsorship available for visas

How to apply

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email with more information on tailoring your application and providing a cover letter or supporting documents.

If invited to an interview, this will be held at Compass Travel's Head Office in Worthing. A driving assessment is part of the recruitment process.

You must be authorised to work in the UK; the company does not sponsor visas.

Other notes

No agencies please.

About Compass Travel

We emphasise a values-driven culture where everyone is valued as an individual, praise and appreciation are part of daily ethos, and there is an open-door policy. We invest in modernising our fleet and support staff development within a friendly company atmosphere.