Experienced Bus Driver

First Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading bus operator as an Experienced Bus Driver at the Leeds Hunslet Depot. This role offers competitive pay and generous benefits, including free travel for you and your family. Enjoy a supportive work environment that values diversity and invests in your development. With flexible shift patterns and the opportunity to connect communities, this position is perfect for those passionate about public transport. If you have a PCV Licence and excellent people skills, apply now and embark on a rewarding journey with us!

Benefits

Generous leave: Up to 5 weeks holiday

Retail discounts 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 development

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• PCV Licence required for the role.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

People Skills

Flexibility

Job description

We are hiring ExperiencedBus Drivers / PCV Licence holders
£15.20 p/h - £29,244 p/a * Conditions apply
Leeds - Hunslet Depot
37 Hrs p/w. - 5 days per week (Sunday - Saturday)
(Hours assigned in advance on a shift / Rota basis)

*Salary is applicable to Experienced Drivers who have had a PCV Licence for 2 or more years

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 new Trainee Bus Drivers to become part of our fantastic team at our Leeds Hunslet Depot.

What's in it for you?
• Competitive pay £15.20 p/h - 29,244 p/a
• Generous leave: Up to 5 weeks holiday
• Retail discounts 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: For you and your family across 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
• Investment opportunities: Exclusive chance to buy discounted FirstGroup shares.
• First-Class development: for success in your new role
• 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
• 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.

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.