Experienced Bus Driver

First Bus; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

First Bus is seeking experienced Bus Drivers with PCV Licences for its Caledonia Depot in Glasgow. The role offers competitive pay, generous leave, and many employee perks, including free travel and health benefits. Join a dynamic team in a company dedicated to sustainable and efficient public transport.

Benefits

Up to 5 weeks holiday, in addition to bank holidays.

Discount Scheme with First Xclusives.

Complimentary bus travel for you and your family.

Discounted Train Travel from £6.

On-site gym.

Free 24hr access to an online GP.

Investment Opportunities in FirstGroup shares.

First-Class Training programs.

Cycle to Work Scheme.

Pension Scheme.

Qualifications

• Hold a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• PCV licence and up to date CPC (held for a minimum of 12 months).
• Flexibility to work on a rota / shift basis.

Responsibilities

• Drive buses safely and efficiently.
• Provide excellent customer service to passengers.

Skills

Great people skills

Flexibility

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PCV Licence holders / Experienced Bus Drivers Required
£14.73 - £15.50 p/h - (£29,106 - £30,628 p/a)
Glasgow -Scotland
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.

That's where you come in!

As part of this journey, we are recruiting PCV Licence holders to join us at ourCaledonia Depot.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Pay: £14.73 - £15.50 p/h (£29,106 - £30,628 p/a)
• 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: From £6 all-day 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.
• On-site gym
• Free 24hr access to an online GP, and an Employee Assistance programme.
• 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
• You must be at least 18 years of age
• Hold a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• PCV licence and up to date CPC (held for a minimum of 12 months)
• 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