Weekend Bus Driver

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

Job summary

An established industry player in the transport sector is seeking passionate individuals to join their team as Bus Drivers. This role offers an exciting opportunity to provide excellent customer service while ensuring safe and enjoyable journeys for passengers. With part-time hours on weekends, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a positive impact in the local community. Enjoy perks like free bus travel for you and your companions, on-site parking, and access to a benefits hub. If you have a professional approach and a love for driving, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Free bus travel for you and companions

Free on-site parking

Pension scheme contributions

Benefits Hub access

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free uniform

Qualifications

• Passion for excellent customer service and safety.
• Full PCV licence and up-to-date CPC required.

Responsibilities

• Drive safely and maintain a clean, roadworthy bus.
• Deliver exceptional customer service with a positive attitude.
• Collaborate with the team to exceed performance targets.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Road Safety Knowledge

Team Collaboration

Education

Full PCV Licence

CPC Certification

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 and is the fourth largest bus operator in London, running 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 employees.

Job Summary

Pay: from £17 per hour

Hours:

• Part Time – Friday and Saturday late/night shifts

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, making journeys to our customers’ favourite destinations enjoyable. Our drivers pride themselves on ensuring passenger journeys are safe by adhering to all required rules and protocols at all times.

Responsibilities

• Ensure your bus is kept in a clean and roadworthy condition
• Drive safely in accordance with current road and traffic legislation, including challenging manoeuvres
• Deliver exceptional customer service with a positive attitude
• Maintain professionalism while ensuring smooth and safe transportation for passengers
• Collaborate with the team and support functions to exceed performance targets
• Work closely with management to address malfunctions or suggest improvements

• Enjoy benefits such as free bus travel for yourself and up to 3 companions or children
• Free on-site parking
• Pension scheme contributions
• Benefits Hub access
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free uniform
• Full PCV licence and up-to-date CPC

We look for a positive, professional approach with excellent communication skills to engage and assist passengers from all backgrounds.

To apply, please include:

1. The reasons for your application
2. Examples of how you meet the required skills
3. Relevant qualifications or experience

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