Experienced Bus Driver

First Group; Leicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading bus operator in Leicester as an Experienced Bus Driver. Enjoy competitive pay, generous leave, and various employee benefits while playing a key role in delivering safe and efficient public transport. The role requires a PCV licence and offers training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Generous Leave

Discount Scheme

Health; 24 hour access to online GP

Free Travel for you and your family

Discounted Train Travel

Investment Opportunities

First-Class Training

Cycle to Work Scheme

Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Proof of Right to Work in the UK.
• At least 18 years of age.
• PCV licence required.

Responsibilities

• Drive buses on a rota/shift basis.
• Provide safe and efficient passenger journeys.

Skills

Great people skills

Job description

Experienced Bus Drivers / PCV Licence holders required
Leicester,
Leicestershire
Salary: £12.54 p/h - £15.40 p/h (£25,431 – £31,231p/a) DOE.
39 Hrs. 5 days per week (Monday – Sunday)
(Hours allocated 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. As part of this journey, we are excited to welcome experiencedBus Drivers (PCV Licence holders) to our fantastic team in Leicester.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Pay: £12.54 p/h up to £15.40 p/h (£25,431 – £31,231p/a).Depending on Experience
• Generous Leave: Up to 4 weeks a holiday, plus bank holidays.
• Discount Scheme: at hundreds of retail brands Inc. ASDA, M&S, B&Q, etc.
• Health; 24 hour access to online GP
• Free Travel: For you and your family on First Bus services.
• Discounted Train Travel: For you and your family across.
Great Western Railway, Southwestern Railway, Avanti, and Hull Trains.
• Investment Opportunities: Chance to buy discounted FirstGroup shares.
• First-Class Training: 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.
• PCV licence
• Hold a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• 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.