Experienced Bus Driver

First Group; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance up to 5 weeks

Free travel for you and family on bus

Healthcare cashback

Online GP access

Company pension

Share purchase discount

Retail and leisure discounts

Job summary

First Bus in Colchester is recruiting Experienced PCV Bus Drivers to join our depot team. Starting January 2027, the role offers £18.00 per hour and a 38-hour week on a 5-day rota, with shifts arranged in advance. Colchester, Essex location.

We look for candidates with a valid PCV licence, full UK driving licence (6 points max), and ability to work flexible shifts. Benefits include travel discounts, pension, and healthcare options.

Qualifications

• Evidence of your legal eligibility to work in the UK.
• You must be aged 18 or over.
• A full UK driving licence with a maximum of 6 penalty points.
• A valid PCV licence.
• Strong communication and customer service abilities.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts on a rota basis.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Flexibility

Willingness to work shifts

UK work eligibility

Education

Full UK driving licence (max 6 points)

PCV licence

Job description

Experienced PCV Bus Drivers Required

Starting January 2027

£18.00 per hour (£35,568 per year)
Colchester, Essex
38 hours per week – 5 days per week, Monday to Sunday (working hours arranged in advance through a shift/rota system).

When it comes to transforming public transport, we're First. As one of the UK's leading bus operators, First Bus is dedicated to delivering journeys that are environmentally friendly, comfortable and dependable. We're playing an important role in developing the future of transport, connecting local communities now while working towards a cleaner, greener future.

We're excited to be recruiting skilled Bus Drivers to become part of our brilliant team at our Colchester Depot.

What benefits can you expect?

• Attractive hourly rate of £18.00.
• Annual holiday allowance of up to 5 weeks.
• Savings on shopping with more than 3,000 well-known retail and leisure outlets.
• Free travel for you and your family on First Bus services.
• Healthcare cashback cover for you and eligible dependants aged under 24.
• Round‑the‑clock access to an online GP service.
• The chance to buy FirstGroup shares at a discounted rate.
• Company pension scheme.

What are we looking for?

• Evidence of your legal eligibility to work in the UK.
• You must be aged 18 or over.
• A full UK driving licence with a maximum of 6 penalty points.
• A valid PCV licence.
• Strong communication and customer service abilities.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts on a rota basis. This can include early starts (from 03:30), late finishes (up to 02:00) and weekend working.

Please be aware that background screening checks are routinely completed as part of our recruitment and selection process.