Experienced Bus Driver

First Bus; Colchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Up to 5 weeks holiday

Discounted shopping

Complimentary bus travel for you and a

Discounted train travel

Health care cash back

24hr online GP

FirstGroup shares

Pension scheme

Job summary

First Bus in Colchester is seeking Experienced Bus Drivers with a PCV Licence to join our depot team. This role offers 38 hours per week across a rota, with shifts starting around 03:30 and finishing near 02:00 on weekends, plus a competitive hourly rate of £18.00 (£35,568 per annum).

Applicants must have a full UK driving licence (max 6 points) and be eligible to work in the UK. Benefits include discounted travel, pension, and healthcare options.

Qualifications

• Proof of Right to Work in the UK.
• At least 18 years old.
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• PCV Licence.
• Good people skills.
• Flexibility to work on a rota/shift basis.

Skills

PCV Licence

Full UK licence

Great people skills

Flexibility

Job description

Experienced Bus Drivers / PCV Licence holders required,
£18.00 per hour (£35,568 per annum)
Colchester, Essex
38 hours per week - 5 days per week Monday – Sunday (hours assigned in advance on a shift / rota basis)

When it comes toinnovation in transport, we're First.

As one of the UKs largestbus operators, at First Bus we are passionate about delivering passenger journeys that are, sustainable, comfortable, and efficient!

We are, shaping the future of public transport, connecting communities today building a cleaner brighter world for tomorrow
We are excited to welcome Experienced Bus Drivers / PCV Licence Holders to become part of our fantastic team at our Colchester Depot.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive pay - £18.00 per hour
• Generous leave: Up to 5 weeks holiday
• Discounted shopping at over 3,000 popular high street & leisure brands
• Complimentary bus travel for you and your family on First Bus services.
• Discounted train travel for you and your family
• Health care cash back policy for you and dependents under 24yrs
• 24hr access to an online GP
• Exclusive chance to buy discounted FirstGroup shares.
• Pension scheme

What we need from you:

• Proof of your Right to Work in the UK
• You must be at least 18 years of age
• Hold a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• PCV Licence
• Great people skills
• Flexibility to work on a rota / shift basis.
• (shifts may consist of early mornings - starting 03.30hrs / late nights finishing at 02:00hrs / weekends.)

We aim to build teams that reflect the truly diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all, as our varied experiences and differences become our collective strength
Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process.