First Class PCV Bus Driver - Free Travel & Growth

Blackpool Transport Services Limited; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Free travel on buses/trams

Training & development

Career progression

Paid PCV Medicals

Pension scheme

Spark support

Employee care programme

Exclusive discounts

Smart uniform

Job summary

Blackpool Transport Services Limited is seeking a PCV Driver for full-time duties at Rigby Road Depot. You will operate our modern bus fleet, ensuring safety, reliability and high-quality service to passengers on open roads.

We offer a permanent, full-time role with overtime opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, including 28 days holiday and a company pension, plus ongoing training and development.

Qualifications

• PCV Licence and current CPC card valid until 2028.
• Proof of right to work in the UK.
• a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• a drive for quality customer service
• a passion for safe and courteous driving on our open roads

Responsibilities

• Ensure all vehicle checks are completed in line with the Company procedures and any faults found are reported.
• Ensure the safety and comfort of your passengers whilst boarding, travelling and alighting.
• Control the boarding, alighting and conduct of customers.
• Provide a high standard of customer service at all times
• Be polite and helpful to customers. Treat them with respect and show patience when required.
• Drive the Company’s vehicles in a safe, legal and professional way
• Maintain operating schedules without compromising safety and ensure that you are at the correct take over point at designated time.
• Implement accident report procedures when required.
• Complete and submit appropriate report forms when required.
• Be familiar with vehicle equipment and its use
• Issue tickets in line with Company agreed procedures and safeguard the Company’s revenue.
• Operate the paying in system correctly and account for all money received and paid in.
• Understand how to deal with customers with disabilities and treat appropriately.
• Give advice about the Company Services.
• Acquire knowledge of the passes recognised by the Company and deal with customers accordingly.

Skills

PCV Driving Licence

DCPC training

Geographical knowledge

Customer service

Bus industry knowledge

Customer-focused experience

Cash handling

Professional driving experience

High school education

Education

High school education

Job description

Blackpool Transport Services Limited is seeking a PCV Driver for full-time duties at Rigby Road Depot. You will operate our modern bus fleet, ensuring safety, reliability and high-quality service to passengers on open roads.

We offer a permanent, full-time role with overtime opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, including 28 days holiday and a company pension, plus ongoing training and development.