PCV Bus Driver

TN United Kingdom; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading bus operator in the UK, where you'll embark on a rewarding driving career. As a valued driver, you'll earn competitive pay while providing essential services to your community. Enjoy a supportive work environment with a focus on your wellbeing and a range of fantastic benefits, including free travel for your family and a generous holiday package. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a team that keeps everyday life moving for everyone.

Benefits

Discount scheme for family and friends

Free travel on buses

Discounted train travel

Free onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Up to 5 weeks holiday

Pension scheme

Discounted company shares

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 with at least 6 months' driving experience.
• PCV Licence and up to date CPC required.

Responsibilities

• Provide reliable bus service to customers.
• Work independently while being part of a supportive driving team.

Skills

Driving Skills

Customer Service

Flexibility

Education

PCV Licence

CPC Certification

Job description

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Hello. We're one of the country's largest bus operators – and we've launched the driving careers of thousands of people across the UK. You will be joining a forward-looking business at the forefront of bus technology. From mobile apps to carbon-friendly buses, we're leading the way.

As an experienced driver you will earn: £12 per hour rising to £13.26 after 2 years.

Info for Drivers

The minimum age is 18, with at least 6 months' driving experience. A PCV Licence and up to date CPC is necessary for this role

Bus driving is a rewarding career. You'll be providing a service that customers value and rely on. Getting to work or school. Doctor's appointments. Visiting Nan. Popping to the shops. Heading into town. The journey home. Bus drivers are key workers who keep everyday life moving for local communities.

You'll be out on the road, working on your own initiative. At the same time, you will be part of a close-knit driving team, who look out for each other. Every day brings something different. You'll meet some amazing people along the way.

On top of your salary, there are some brilliant benefits. Our package helps your weekly wage go further, while providing long-term financial security.

• First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands such as: ASDA, Specsavers, Costa, B&Q and many more
• Free travel on our buses for you and your family
• £6 all-day train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti and Hull Trains
• Free onsite parking + cycle to work scheme
• Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme + chance to buy discounted FirstGroup shares.

We'll be there for you, because you're there for us

We put a big focus on physical and mental wellbeing at First Bus. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strains of work, or life outside it. You'll find a range of health-promotion initiatives, and you'll have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

What we're looking for

If you're a patient, safe driver with good people skills, you're the perfect fit for our driving team.

• All drivers require a PCV licence and up to date CPC
• All drivers need the flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Public transport serves everyone, whatever their differences. At First Bus, we want to be an employer open to you, no matter what your differences are. We aspire to be an inclusive organisation because diverse backgrounds, thinking and experiences bring so many benefits to our customers, communities and people. We welcome applications from all

Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process.