Trainee and Qualified PCV Coach Driver - Full or Part Time

Somerset Passenger Solutions; Taunton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A transport company is hiring a Bus/Coach Driver for the Hinkley Point C project. You will transport workers to the site and must have a full UK driving license for at least 24 months. This role requires strong customer service skills and flexibility in working hours. The position offers competitive pay, ongoing training, and various benefits including free local bus travel.

Benefits

10% night shift premium

25% overtime/weekend premium

Contributory pension (matched)

Free local bus travel

Reduced rail fares

Employee rewards scheme

Access to training and customer service qualifications

Qualifications

• Must have a full UK driving licence held for at least 24 months.
• Strong customer service and people skills are essential.
• Flexibility with working hours is required.

Responsibilities

• Transport workers from local areas to the construction site.
• Be available for varying shifts, including early mornings and nights.
• Receive training and support from expert Driver Trainers.

Skills

Strong customer service skills

People skills

Flexibility with working hours

Education

Full UK driving licence for at least 24 months

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a Bus/Coach Driver for the significant Hinkley Point C project, helping transport the workforce for this vital infrastructure initiative.

Location: Hinkley Point C

Key Responsibilities

• Transport workers from local areas to the construction site.
• This is a 24/7 project, so shifts can start as early as 3am through to night shifts.
• Receive ongoing support and training from our expert Driver Trainers.

Pay and Benefits

• Qualified Drivers: £16.03/hr increasing to £17.07 after 12 months.
• Trainee Drivers: £14.55/hr during a 3-4 week training period increasing to £17.07 after 12 months.
• 10% night shift premium (2200-0600hrs), plus 25% overtime/weekend premium.
• 5% contributory pension (matched).
• Free local bus travel and reduced rail fares.
• Employee rewards scheme, life cover, and assistance program.
• Access to training and customer service qualifications.

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence held for at least 24 months.
• Strong customer service and people skills.
• Flexibility with working hours.
• Willingness to undergo BPSS and obtain a DBS certificate.

Diversity Commitment

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.

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