Qualified Bus Driver

Arriva Group; Croydon (UT); On-site; USD 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free travel on TfL and Arriva Bus services

25 days' holiday + 8 bank holidays

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing CPC training

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Arriva Group is hiring qualified PCV Bus Drivers in Croydon, Utah. Join our team to help keep London moving and support a greener future. Enjoy benefits like free travel on TfL and Arriva services, 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, and ongoing training.

If you have a valid PCV licence, experience offers a competitive pay structure with premium overtime rates. The role requires flexibility for a rotating 5 on/2 off shift pattern.

Qualifications

• Valid PCV licence is required.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Able to pass a drug and alcohol test.

Responsibilities

• Drive safely and efficiently.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Adhere to the scheduled shifts.

Skills

Customer service skills

Flexibility to work various shifts

Job description

Drive your career forward with Arriva London. We’re hiring qualified PCV Bus Drivers across our London garages— and this is your chance to be part of something bigger. Join a team that helps keep London moving, connects communities, and supports a greener future.

As one of London’s largest and most respected bus operators, we transport nearly 300 million passengers a year and cover more than 50 million miles. With a clear goal to fully electrify our fleet by 2030, there’s never been a better time to join us.

Pay & Overtime

0–12 months £16.03/hr - £19.25/hr

12–24 months £16.43/hr - £19.75/hr

24+ months £17.68/hr - £21.25/hr

• If you’ve held a PCV licence and worked in the role for 12+ months within the last 4 years, you’ll start on the 12–24-month rate.
• Sign-on to sign-off pay structure
• Overtime paid for:
  • Hours worked after 9pm
  • Weekends
  • Any time worked over your contracted hours

Benefits

• Free travel on TfL and Arriva Bus services (for you and one household nominee)
• 25 days' holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Premium overtime rates
• Pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Road Safety Scheme – earn £50 vouchers for safe, high-performance driving
• Ongoing CPC training
• Career development into training, operations, or management roles
• Cycle to work scheme

Working Patterns

• 5 days on / 2 days off per week on a rotating shift pattern.
• Shifts planned 6–8 weeks in advance
• Typical start times:
  • Mornings from 04:00
  • Afternoons from 12:00
  • Evenings from 18:00
• Overtime opportunities available depending on business needs
• Note: Fixed shift patterns (e.g., only mornings or only evenings) are not available

What You’ll Need

• Valid PCV licence
• Aged 18 or over
• No more than 6 points on your licence
• Able to pass a drug and alcohol test
• Great customer service and people skills
• Flexibility to work various shifts

Not a Qualified Bus Driver Yet?

Interested in becoming a bus driver but don’t yet have a PCV licence? Visit our Careers Page to explore trainee opportunities and learn how we can support you through our fully-paid training programme.