PCV Bus Driver Thornton Heath

Arriva UK Bus Ltd; Greater London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a PCV Bus Driver, where you can connect with your community and build a rewarding career. This role offers a competitive starting rate, with additional pay for unsociable hours and overtime opportunities. Enjoy a supportive work environment with excellent benefits, including generous holidays, free travel on the TfL network, and career progression opportunities. If you have a passion for driving and want to make a difference in your community, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Free travel on TfL network

Cycle to work scheme

Access to exclusive discounts

Sick pay policy

Road safety scheme with rewards

Qualifications

• PCV Licence is mandatory for this role.
• Minimum age of 18 with at least 6 months of driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Play a vital role in commuters' everyday journeys.
• Drive safely and provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Driving

Customer Service

Education

PCV Licence

Driving Licence

Job description

Join Arriva as a PCV Bus Driver – Connect with Your Community and Build Your Career!

As a PCV Bus Driver, you'll play a vital role in commuters' everyday journeys. Explore exciting opportunities at our other garages; check out our careers website for additional locations.

Rates of Pay:

• PCV Holder starting rate (with over 12 months' experience in the last 4 years): £15.80 per hour with overtime paid at 1.25x standard rate, up to £19.75 per hour.
• Less than 12 months' experience: £15.40 per hour with overtime paid at 1.25x standard rate, up to £19.25 per hour!

Hours of Work and Role:

• Enhanced hourly rate of 1.25x paid for unsociable hours from 21:00 – 05:00, Saturdays, Sundays, bank holidays, working rest days & overtime.
• 5 out of 7 rotating shift patterns, scheduled up to 6-8 weeks in advance for better planning.
• Morning shifts starting from 04:00, Afternoons from 12:00, and Evenings from 18:00 on a rotational basis.

Requirements:

• PCV Licence (If you do not have this, consider applying for our trainee bus driver role on Indeed)
• Minimum age of 18 with at least 6 months of driving experience
• No more than 6 points on your licence
• Mandatory drug and alcohol test during the driving assessment
• Weekend availability based on your rota, with advance notice.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays
• Fantastic career progression opportunities
• Free travel provided by TfL on the TfL network for yourself and a nominee within the same household.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Access to the 'Arriva Village' for exclusive store discounts and offers.
• Strong sense of community through events and activities
• Sick pay policy
• Road safety scheme with monthly £50 voucher rewards for top-performing Arriva drivers

At Arriva, we champion Inclusion and Diversity, fostering a community that unites everyone – not just our passengers.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

• Weekly pay
• Company pension
• Free or subsidised travel
• Free travel outside of London on Arriva Buses.
• Sick pay
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Generous amount of holidays

Experience:

• Driving: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• PCV licence (required)
• Driving Licence (required)

Ability to Commute:

• London (required)