Experienced Bus Driver

First Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Simply Health & Smart Health for you &

Discounts on high street brands

Discounted train travel for you and a

Free bus pass

Free onsite parking + cycle to work

Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme and share buying

Enhanced maternity / paternity pay

Job summary

First Bus in Leeds is seeking experienced PCV drivers to join our Leeds depot. You’ll provide safe, reliable, friendly service to customers, helping them get where they need to be. This role is more than driving – you are the face of First Bus in your community.

The position offers 37 hours per week over four days with a rate of £16.33 per hour (conditions apply). To apply you need a PCV licence, a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points, and a customer‑focused attitude.

Qualifications

• PCV licence
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points
• A positive, customer-focused attitude
• Reliability and ability to work independently
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Background checks will be conducted as part ofourrecruitment process.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, reliable, friendly service to customers and help them get where they need to be.
• Be the face of First Bus and help keep the local community moving.

Skills

PCV licence

Full UK driving licence

Customer-focused

Reliability

Eligibility to work in the UK

Background checks

Job description

About First Bus:

Are you ready to advance your career with one of the UK's leading bus operators? Join a forward-thinking company that embraces cutting-edge bus technology, from innovative mobile apps to environmentally friendly vehicles. We are 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.

Experienced Bus Drivers / PCV licence holders
£16.33 per hour -*conditions apply*
Leeds - Hunslet Depot
37 hours per week - 4 days per week (Sunday - Saturday)
(Hours assigned in advance on a shift / Rota basis)

*Salary isapplicable to experienced drivers who have had a PCV licence for 2 or more years*

The role

We're looking for experienced PCV drivers to join our Leeds depot. You'll provide safe, reliable, friendly service to our customers, helping them get where they need to be. This is more than just driving – it's about being the face of First Bus and keeping your local community moving.

What you'll need

• PCV licence
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points
• A positive, customer-focused attitude
• Reliability and ability to work independently
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part ofourrecruitment process.

Rewards:

• Your health is important to us which is why we offer Simply Health & Smart Health for you and your dependents at no cost to you! This offering includes cash back benefits across optical & dental as well as virtual GP appointments, mental health support and nutrition and fitness advise. Our EAP provision offers 24hr, 365 days a year mental health support

• We are also committed to your financial wellbeing, and we offer a platform with many discounts on high street brands and supermarkets etc

• Working at First you also receive discounted train travel for you and your family after 6 months service as well as a free bus pass

• Free onsite parking + cycle to work scheme

• Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays

• Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted FirstGroup shares

• Enhanced maternity / paternity pay