Trainee Bus Driver

Metroline; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join as Bus Drivers, providing essential transport services in Manchester. With full training provided, this role offers a unique opportunity to earn while you learn, making a positive impact in the community. Enjoy excellent benefits including free bus travel for you and your family, a pension scheme, and ongoing support in a dynamic work environment. If you have a passion for customer service and a clean UK driving licence, this could be the perfect chance to kickstart your career in a rewarding role.

Benefits

Free Bus Travel for yourself + 3

Free on-site parking

Pension Scheme Contributions

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free uniform

Qualifications

• Must have held a full valid UK driving licence for a minimum of 6 months.
• Excellent communication skills to engage with passengers.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the bus is clean and roadworthy while driving safely.
• Deliver exceptional customer service with a positive attitude.
• Collaborate with the team to exceed performance targets.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Professionalism

Education

Full valid UK driving licence

Job description

Location: Manchester

About us

Are you ready to fasten your seat belt and start steering your career by becoming a Bus Driver? If so, we would absolutely love to hear from you here at Metroline Manchester as we start our exciting journey as part of the Bee Network family!

Never driven a bus before? Don’t worry we will provide you with all the training and support needed to get you behind the wheel as a Bus Driver, giving you the opportunity to earn while you learn. We are looking for people who have a passion for providing excellent customer service within our local Manchester communities, making the journeys to our customers’ favourite places and people an enjoyable experience.

Why us?

Metroline was formed in 1989 and has been a part of the largest private land transport company ComfortDelGro since 2000. Here at Metroline we are 6,000 colleagues strong and help carry over one million of our customers every day, whilst ComfortDelGro operates in 12 countries with a global fleet of 40,000 vehicles and more than 22,000 colleagues. Our Bus Drivers are at the heart of everything we do so you can look forward to ongoing training opportunities and support from a market leading business operating worldwide.

Job Summary

Hours: Full time 38 hours per week, no experience required

Responsibilities

1. As a Bus Driver you will be ensuring your mighty bus is kept in a clean and roadworthy condition
2. Driving in a safe manner in accordance with current road and traffic legislation whilst executing challenging manoeuvres
3. Delivering an exceptional level of customer service with a can-do attitude and positive approach
4. Always maintaining highest levels of professionalism whilst ensuring smooth and safe transportation for our diverse range of passengers
5. Collaborating with the wider dream team and support functions to exceed performance targets
6. Full PCV licence training provided
7. Full-time and Part-time vacancies available
8. Excellent rates of pay that rise based on length of service
9. Free Bus Travel for yourself + 3 (a companion and 2 children OR 3 children)
10. Free on-site parking
11. Pension Scheme Contributions
12. Benefits Hub
13. Employee Assistance Programme
14. Cycle to Work Scheme
15. Free uniform
16. For this position, we require all candidates to have held a full valid, and clean UK driving licence for a minimum of 6 months.
17. A positive and professional approach with excellent communication skills to engage and assist our passengers from all walks of life.
18. We need you to be prepared to work varying shifts including early starts, late finishes, and weekends.

So, if you believe you have what it takes and are up for the challenge please click apply now and send in your CV along with a short intro why you’d like to join Metroline Manchester. We would love to hear from you!

Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those successfully shortlisted for the role will be personally contacted.