PCV Driver

Arrivatc; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 19,286 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave rising to 33 days

Overtime opportunities

Free bus travel for you and yourfamily

Arriva Workplace Pension

CPC training and career development

MyDrive rewards program

Job summary

Arriva in Stockton is seeking PCV Bus Drivers to help keep our community moving and connect people to work, school and errands safely. You’ll drive on scheduled routes, interact with passengers and uphold high safety standards.

We offer pay from £14.00 to £16.30 per hour with 5 out of 7 rotating shifts, overtime opportunities, and benefits like 28–33 days leave, free bus travel for you and your family, pension, ongoing CPC training and development, and rewards through the MyDrive app for top

Qualifications

• Must have a valid PCV Licence.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Drive PCV buses on assigned routes and maintain safety for passengers.
• Greet passengers, assist with boarding and alighting.
• Keep to timetable, report incidents and ensure vehicle readiness.
• Provide reliable, friendly service and help customers with queries.

Skills

PCV Licence

Customer service

Flexibility

Shift work

Job description

## PCV DriverApplylocations: Stockton on Tees Bus Depottime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR032140**Start Your Career with Arriva as a PCV Bus Driver – Join a Community That Drives the Future!****Location**: Stockton Depot**Pay Rate: £14.00 per hour - £16.30 per hour**Are you a qualified PCV Bus Driver looking for a rewarding career that connects you to your community? Join Arriva at our Stockton 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 - £16.30 per hour*** **Weekdays £16.00 per hour (must have 18 months experience in the last 5 years)*** **Weekends £16.30 per hour (must have 18 months experience in the last 5 years)*** **Bank Holiday £40 bonus paid per shift*****\*Qualified drivers with at least 18 months bus driving experience in the last 5 years will start on £16.00 p/h basic, otherwise the starting rate will be £14.00 p/h for 6 months.***** 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. *(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.