Experienced Bus Driver

First Group; Weymouth; Sur place; GBP 16 000 - 23 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health & dental cash back

Discounts on high street brands

Free bus pass

Free onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Résumé du poste

First Bus in Weymouth is recruiting an Experienced Bus Driver to join the team. The role covers local Weymouth routes with a rotating shift pattern including mornings, evenings and weekends.

You will deliver a safe, friendly service, ensuring passengers reach destinations on time while adhering to schedules and company standards. The position offers guaranteed contracted hours, full-time permanent employment, and opportunities across the South of England with a focus on reliability and customer

Qualifications

• Valid PCV licence
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points
• Proof of Right to Work in the UK
• Strong customer service skills
• Flexible and reliable approach to shift work

Responsabilités

• Drive local routes across Weymouth and surrounding areas.
• Ensure safety and comfort of passengers and maintain on-time performance.
• Provide friendly, professional service on every journey.

Description du poste

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 Driver – Weymouth

£14.25 per hour.

We’re looking for qualified PCV drivers to join our Weymouth team, offering a secure career with a supportive depot and the opportunity to drive across the South of England.

What’s in it for you?

You’ll earn £14.25 per hour, with the chance to boost your earnings through overtime where available. This is a full-time, permanent position with guaranteed contracted hours and rotas planned in advance, giving you greater certainty around your working week.

You’ll work a rotating pattern covering mornings, evenings and weekends, with your shifts provided in advance to help you plan your time and maintain a good balance between flexibility and predictability.

The Role

As a Bus Driver, you’ll be out on local routes across Weymouth and the surrounding areas, helping customers travel to work, school, appointments and the places that matter to them. You’ll be responsible for the safety and comfort of your passengers, keeping to your schedule and providing a friendly, professional service throughout every journey.

You’ll be part of the local First Bus team, working across a variety of routes and getting to know the areas and communities you drive in. Your experience, reliability and customer-focused approach will make a real difference.

What We’re Looking For

• Valid PCV licence
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points
• Proof of Right to Work in the UK
• Strong customer service skills
• Flexible and reliable approach to shift work

Background checks will form part of the recruitment 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