School Bus Driver

Metroline; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic Bus Drivers to join its growing team in Manchester. This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a new major operator, providing safe and reliable transport while ensuring excellent customer service. As a Bus Driver, you will engage with passengers, maintain professionalism, and adhere to safety protocols, all while enjoying various benefits such as free bus travel and a supportive work environment. If you are ready to steer your career in a rewarding direction, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free bus travel for yourself and up to 3 companions

Free on-site parking

Pension contributions

Employee assistance

Cycle to work scheme

Free uniform

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing excellent customer service.
• Hold a full PCV licence and up-to-date CPC.

Responsibilities

• Ensure your bus is kept clean and roadworthy.
• Drive safely in accordance with current road and traffic legislation.
• Deliver exceptional customer service with a positive attitude.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Road Safety Awareness

Professionalism

Education

Full PCV Licence

Up-to-date CPC

Job description

Location: Sharston

About us

Metroline Manchester is a recently formed subsidiary of ComfortDelGro. In March 2024, we were awarded contracts to operate four franchises and join the Bee Network in Greater Manchester by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA). Metroline was established in 1989, making it the fourth largest bus operator in London, operating about 17 percent of the city’s scheduled bus services. It has been part of the largest private land transport company, ComfortDelGro, since 2000. With 6,000 colleagues across the UK, we help carry over one million customers daily. ComfortDelGro operates in 12 countries with a fleet of over 40,000 vehicles and more than 22,000 colleagues.

Job Summary

Pay: £17 per hour (increased rate for weekends & BH)

Hours:

• Full time 38 hours – Monday to Friday split shifts between 6am-6pm (school routes)

Location: Sharston

Are you ready to fasten your seat belt and start steering your career as a Bus Driver for a new major operator in town? If so, we would love to hear from you at Metroline Manchester as we begin our exciting journey as part of the Bee Network family!

We are seeking individuals passionate about providing excellent customer service within our local Manchester communities. Join us in making journeys to our customers’ favorite places and people an enjoyable experience. Metroline drivers take pride in ensuring passenger journeys are safe by adhering to all rules and protocols at all times.

Responsibilities

• Ensure your bus is kept clean and roadworthy
• Drive safely in accordance with current road and traffic legislation, executing challenging manoeuvres when necessary
• Deliver exceptional customer service with a positive attitude
• Maintain professionalism while providing safe transportation for our diverse passengers
• Collaborate with the team and support functions to exceed performance targets
• Work closely with management to identify and address malfunctions or improvements
• Enjoy benefits including free bus travel for yourself and up to 3 companions or children, free on-site parking, pension contributions, benefits hub, employee assistance, cycle to work scheme, and free uniform
• Hold a full PCV licence and up-to-date CPC
• Engage with passengers professionally, demonstrating excellent communication skills

We are committed to delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable transport to our communities.