PCV Bus Driver

Arriva Northumbria Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Arriva Northumbria Limited is seeking qualified PCV Bus Drivers to join their team at the Ashington depot. This role involves driving local routes, providing exceptional service to passengers, and contributing to community mobility. With competitive hourly rates, benefits such as free bus travel for family members, and opportunities for career development, this position offers a rewarding career in public transport.

Benefits

28 days annual leave rising to 33 days

Free bus travel for you and your family

Ongoing CPC training and career development opportunities

Onsite gym

GBP50 vouchers for top drivers

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years bus driving experience in the last 5 years.
• Ability to pass drug and alcohol test.
• No more than 6 points on licence.

Responsibilities

• Drive and ensure passenger safety on routes.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and adhere to schedule.

Skills

Excellent customer service skills

People skills

Flexibility

Education

Valid PCV Licence

Job description

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

Location: Ashington Depot
Pay Rate: GBP13.25 - GBP15.85 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:

??? Competitive Pay:

• Weekdays: GBP13.55 per hour, rising to GBP15.40 per hour after six months service
• Weekends: GBP14.00 per hour, rising to GBP15.85 per hour after six months service.
• Bank Holidays: GBP30 bonus payment
• Pay rates are reviewed regularly through frequent pay negotiations

Qualified drivers with at least 2 years bus driving experience in the last 5 years will start on GBP13.55 p/h basic, otherwise the starting rate will be GBP13.25 p/h

??? 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
• Onsite gym
• Ongoing CPC training and career development opportunities
• Access to the MyDrive app with monthly rewards (GBP50 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.
  (If you don't have a PCV licence yet, apply for our Trainee role, and we'll provide paid training to help you get qualified!)
• 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.