Pcv Bus Driver

Arriva Northumbria Limited; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Overtime opportunities

Free bus travel for you and your/house

Arriva Workplace Pension

Ongoing CPC training and career dev

MyDrive rewards

Diverse and inclusive culture

Job summary

Arriva Northumbria Limited is seeking a PCV Bus Driver for the Blyth depot to help connect communities and keep people moving. You will be part of a team delivering reliable service on scheduled routes with a focus on safety and customer care.

Roles involve early start shifts, working 5 out of 7 days with rotating patterns, and opportunities for overtime while delivering a valued public transport service to the local community.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid PCV licence.
• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test.
• Excellent customer service and people skills.
• Flexibility to work various shifts and rotate patterns.

Skills

PCV Licence

Excellent customer service

Flexibility

Drug and alcohol test

Job description

Start Your Career with Arriva as a PCV Bus Driver – Join a Community That Drives the Future!

Location

Blyth Depot

Pay Rate: £14.00 per hour - £16.45 per hour

Are you a qualified PCV Bus Driver looking for a rewarding career that connects you to your community? Join Arriva at our Blyth depot, where you’ll be an integral part of keeping our community moving. Whether it’s getting commuters to work, helping customers with errands, or ensuring children get to school safely, every journey makes a difference.

As a Bus Driver, you’ll build relationships with familiar faces on your routes and even be the highlight of someone’s day. We take pride in the service we provide and the impact we have on the community, and we’re looking for like-minded individuals to join our team.

What We Offer:

Pay Rate £14.00 - £16.45 per hour

• Weekdays £16.00 per hour (must have 18 months experience in the last 5 years)
• Weekends £16.45 per hour (must have 18 months experience in the last 5 years)
• Bank Holiday £30 bonus paid per shift

Additional Benefits:

• 28 days annual leave rising to 33 days
• Overtime opportunities
• Free bus travel for you and your family (within the same household)
• Arriva Workplace Pension
• Ongoing CPC training and career development opportunities
• Access to the MyDrive app with monthly rewards (£50 vouchers) for top drivers
• A diverse and inclusive company culture that puts customers first

Hours of Work:

• 5 out of 7 rotating shift patterns, planned up to 6-8 weeks in advance
• Mornings starting from 05:00 and evenings finishing around 01:30
• Overtime available based on request/availability

What We Need From You:

• MUST have a valid PCV Licence – This is a non-negotiable requirement.
  
• No more than 6 points on your licence
• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test
• Excellent customer service and people skills
• Flexibility to work various shifts

Why Choose Arriva?

At Arriva, we believe in offering fantastic career progression, development opportunities, and the chance to make a real difference to the community. Whether you want to move into management, support training, or become an expert driver, there’s a place for you here.

We’re more than just a transport company – we’re a diverse and inclusive community, united in providing an essential service to our passengers.

Join us and enjoy the rewards of making a positive impact on the lives of those around you.