Experienced Bus Driver

First Group; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in public transport is seeking Experienced Bus Drivers to join their dynamic team in Chelmsford. This role offers competitive pay starting at £16.50 per hour, with a pay bump to £17.00 per hour from June 2025. Enjoy generous leave, free travel for you and your family, and a comprehensive training program. Join a forward-thinking company that values inclusivity and community connections, and be part of a team that shapes the future of public transport. If you have a PCV licence and excellent people skills, apply now to embark on a rewarding career!

Benefits

Up to 5 weeks holiday

Discount Scheme with First Xclusives

Free Travel for you and your family

Discounted Train Travel

Health and wellbeing perks

Free 24hr access to an online GP

Investment Opportunities

First-Class Training

Cycle to Work Scheme

Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Proof of Right to Work in the UK.
• PCV licence required.
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.

Responsibilities

• Drive buses on scheduled routes safely and efficiently.
• Provide excellent customer service to passengers.
• Work on a shift/rota basis, including early mornings and late nights.

Skills

People Skills

Flexibility

Driving Skills

Education

PCV Licence

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Experienced Bus Drivers / PCV Licence holders required.
£16.50 p/h (£33,604 p/a) Pay Bump to £17.00 p/h Starting June 2025!
Chelmsford
Essex
38 Hrs p/w. - 5 days per week (Monday – Sunday)
(Hours assigned in advance on a shift / rota basis)

Who are we?

First Bus - one of the UKs largest bus operators, passionate about delivering passenger journeys that are, sustainable, comfortable, and efficient! We are at the forefront of innovation in the industry, connecting communities and shaping the future of public transport.
As part of this journey, we are excited to welcome Experienced Bus Drivers to become part of the fantastic team in Chelmsford, Essex.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Pay: £16.50 p/h (£33,604 p/a) Pay Bump to £17.00 p/h Starting June 2025!
• Generous Leave: Up to 5 weeks holiday, in addition to bank holidays.
• Discount Scheme with First Xclusives: Access to over 3,000 offers on popular high street & leisure brands such as ASDA, Specsavers, Costa, B&Q, and more.
• Free Travel: Complimentary bus travel for you and your family on First Bus services.
• Discounted Train Travel: £6 all-day train rides for you and your family on a wide range of railway services, including Great Western Railway, Southwestern Railway, Avanti, and Hull Trains.
• Health and wellbeing perks - Simply health policy offering cash back for everyday health care essentials, for you and all dependents under the age of 24.
• Free 24hr access to an online GP, and an Employee Assistance programme should life become less straightforward.
• Investment Opportunities: Exclusive chance to buy discounted FirstGroup shares.
• First-Class Training: Comprehensive program, setting you up for success in your new role
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Pension Scheme

What we need from you:

• Proof of your Right to Work in the UK.
• PCV licence
• Hold a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Flexibility to work on a rota / shift basis. (There are a variety of shifts which may consist of early mornings (starting 03.30hrs) / late nights (finishing at 02:00hrs) / weekends.)
• Great people skills

Next Steps:

Apply now! We will be in touch once we receive your application.

Public transport serves everyone, whatever their differences. At First Bus, we want to be an employer open to you, no matter what your differences are. We aspire to be an inclusive organisation because diverse backgrounds, thinking and experiences bring so many benefits to our customers, communities, and people. We welcome applications from all.

Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process.