PCV Bus Driver

Arriva; Stansty; On-site; GBP 1,853,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free bus travel for you and family

Arriva Workplace Pension

Career progression

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Arriva is hiring a PCV Bus Driver at the Wrexham depot. You will operate scheduled routes, ensuring safety, reliability, and high levels of passenger service.

Join a team that values community connections, offers clear progression, and provides overtime and full-time opportunities. You’ll benefit from Arriva’s employee benefits and the supportive company culture as you serve local travelers daily.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid PCV Licence.
• Minimum 12 months driving experience required.
• No more than 6 points on licence.
• Ability to pass drug and alcohol tests.
• Excellent customer service and people skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive PCV bus on routes serving the community.
• Provide safe, reliable transport and assist passengers as needed.
• Maintain timetable adherence and professional conduct to reflect Arriva standards.

Skills

PCV Licence

Driving experience

Customer service

Tools

Bus operation systems

Job description

Position

PCV Bus Driver

Location

Wrexham Depot

Pay Rate

£13.45-£22.00 per hour

Introduction

Are you a qualified PCV Bus Driver looking for a fulfilling career that connects you to your local community? Join Arriva at our Wrexham depot, where you’ll help connect people to the places and events that matter to them. Whether it’s getting children to school, commuters to work, or customers to their favourite shopping destinations, you’ll be playing an essential role in your community. As a Bus Driver, you’ll become familiar with the faces on your routes, build relationships, and brighten someone’s day. We take pride in the customer service we provide, and we’re looking for passionate individuals who want to be part of a team that values teamwork and community.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: Monday to Saturday: £13.45/hr (rising to £15.80 after 3 weeks) Sunday: £22.00/hr Bank Holidays: £22.50/hr Overtime: Flat rate
• Full-time opportunities with potential for overtime
• Career progression and development opportunities
• Access to the 'Arriva Village' for store discounts and offers
• Free bus travel for you and your family (within the same household)
• Arriva Workplace Pension
• A supportive, team-focused company culture

Hours of Work

5 out of 7 rotating shift patterns, planned up to 6-8 weeks in advance Mornings starting from 04:00, Afternoons starting from 12:00, Evenings from 18:00 Overtime available based on request/availability We cannot offer fixed early, afternoon, or evening shifts separately

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!)
• At least 12 months of driving experience
• 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, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends

Why Choose Arriva?

At Arriva, we’re committed to providing fantastic career progression, ongoing training, and a supportive work environment. Whether you’re looking to grow your career, earn extra through overtime, or simply be part of a team that cares, we have something for you. Join us today and become part of a team that makes a difference in the community every day.

About Arriva

Arriva is a leading provider of passenger transport across Europe, employing around 34,400 people and delivering around 1.6 billion passenger journeys. With buses, trains, coaches, trams, waterbuses, bike-sharing systems, on-demand transport solutions and a rolling stock leasing company, Arriva proudly connects people and communities safely, reliably and sustainably across 11 countries, delivering these services in a better way, every day. The activities of Arriva are divided into four business units: UK Bus, UK Trains, The Netherlands and Mainland Europe. Arriva has passenger transport operations in the Czech Republic, Croatia, Hungary, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and the United Kingdom, and also operates a rolling stock leasing company in Romania.