Experienced Coach Driver

First Group; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 29.000 - 35.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health benefits

Discounts on high street

Free bus pass

Free onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Holiday entitlement

Pension & share options

Zusammenfassung

First Bus in Leicester is looking for an experienced Coach Driver to deliver safe, comfortable long-distance journeys across the UK. You’ll drive modern coaches on diverse routes, work to a rota and join a professional, customer-focused team on open-road schedules rather than urban driving.

You must hold a valid PCV licence, be at least 21, have a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points, and have the right to work in the UK.

Qualifikationen

• Hold a valid PCV licence and be eligible to work in the UK.
• You must be at least 21 years old.
• Hold a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Flexibility to work on a rota/shift basis.
• Strong people skills and customer focus.

Aufgaben

• Deliver long-distance journeys safely and comfortably across the UK.
• Operate modern coaches on UK-wide routes with professional customer service.
• Adhere to rotas and maintain high standards of safety and reliability.

Kenntnisse

People skills

Jobbeschreibung

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 Coach Driver - Leicester
£32,000+ per year
£16.40 per hour Monday-Saturday, £17.40 per hour Sunday

Already PCV qualified? Join First Bus and FlixBus as part of our growing long-distance coach operation from Leicester. Step straight in on our top rate of pay from day one and the opportunity to drive modern coaches on long-distance routes across the UK. This isn't typical stop-start local bus driving. Our FlixBus operation offers a more professional driving environment with open-road coach work, varied UK-wide routes, and structured shifts planned in advance. We're looking for experienced PCV drivers who take pride in delivering safe, reliable, and comfortable journeys every day.

What's in it for you?

You can earn over £32,000 per year with a permanent 38-hour contract. The role offers modern, comfortable coaches, structured shifts across the week, and the opportunity to enjoy more open-road driving away from traditional urban route work. With a mix of shifts across Monday to Sunday, the role also provides flexibility outside of the standard 9-5 routine, quieter roads during off-peak hours, and opportunities to increase earnings through overtime. You'll become part of a supportive local team within a growing national coach network.

The Role

As a Coach Driver, you'll safely deliver reliable and comfortable long-distance journeys for customers travelling across the UK. You'll operate modern coaches on a variety of UK-wide routes while providing a professional and friendly customer experience throughout every journey. This role offers a more varied and enjoyable style of driving, with a mix of motorway, city, and open-road routes. Shifts operate across Monday to Sunday on a rota basis, with schedules planned in advance.

What we need from you:

• Hold a valid PCV licence
• Proof of your Right to Work in the UK
• You must be at least 21 years of age
• Hold a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Flexibility to work on a rota / shift basis.
• Great people skills

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