Pcv Bus Driver

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

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Overtime opportunities

Free bus travel

Arriva Workplace Pension

CPC training & career development

MyDrive rewards

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Arriva Northumbria Limited in Ashington depots is hiring a PCV Bus Driver to keep communities moving. You'll work shifts starting as early as 4AM, with planned patterns up to 6-8 weeks in advance, and earn £14.00–£16.45 per hour plus bonuses.

Benefits include 28 days annual leave rising to 33, pension, overtime opportunities, and free bus travel for you and your family within the same household. You must have a valid PCV licence and pass drug/alcohol tests.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid PCV Licence.
• No more than 6 points on your licence.
• Ability to pass drug and alcohol tests.
• Excellent customer service and people skills.
• Flexible with early starts and varying shifts.

Responsibilities

• Drive PCV buses on scheduled routes.
• Ensure passenger safety and assist passengers as needed.
• Deliver a friendly, reliable service to the community.
• Meet shifting patterns, including early starts around 4am.
• Keep vehicles safe and report issues promptly.

Skills

PCV Licence

Customer service

Flexibility

Safety awareness

Job description

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

Location: Ashington 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 Ashington 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 as your shifts will start as early as 4AM in the morning but will always work no later than 1AM depending on the time that you start.

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.