Join Our Team as a PCV Bus Driver!
Pay Rate: £13.20 - £15.25 per hour
Are you ready to take your bus driving career to the next level? Join us at Arriva's Heckmondwike depot, where you’ll be at the heart of your community! Whether it’s getting commuters to work, helping customers with their shopping, or safely transporting children to school, you’ll play a vital role in connecting our customers to what matters most.
As a Bus Driver, you’ll not only navigate familiar routes but also build relationships with the regular faces you see. You could be the highlight of someone’s day!
What We Offer
We take pride in our customer service and community support, and we’re looking for like-minded individuals to join our team. Here’s what you can expect:
* Pay Rate: £13.20 per hour during your first 6 months of probation (must have 1 year of PCV experience in the last 5 years).
* £15.25 per hour after successfully passing your probation (1 year of PCV experience required for higher rate).
* Frequent pay negotiations to ensure competitive rates.
What's in it for You?
* Overtime opportunities to boost your earnings.
* Ongoing CPC training to enhance your skills.
* Career development opportunities, whether you aspire to management, support training, or becoming an expert driver.
* Be part of an inclusive and diverse company that prioritizes customer care.
* Access to the Mydrive app, where you can win a £50 voucher monthly for being one of the top Bus Drivers in your area!
Hours of Work
* 5 out of 7 rotating shift patterns, planned up to 6-8 weeks in advance for your convenience.
* Mornings starting from 04:00, Afternoons from 12:00, and Evenings from 18:00 on a rotational basis.
* Overtime available upon request and based on availability.
Requirements
* Must be over 18 years of age.
* Hold a valid PCV licence (if you don’t, consider applying for our Trainee role for paid training).
* No more than 6 points on your driving licence.
* Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test.
* Excellent people and customer service skills.
* Flexibility to work various shifts.
Benefits
* Fantastic career progression and training opportunities.
* Access to 'Arriva Village' for exclusive store discounts and offers.
* Free bus travel for you and your family (within the same household), or you can nominate someone else!
* Arriva Workplace Pension for your future.
* Enhanced rates of pay and long service awards.
* Rewards through the Mydrive app and road safety scheme, including a £50 voucher for top drivers.
At Arriva, we strive for inclusion and diversity. We are a community that brings everyone together, not just our passengers. Join us and make a difference!