We are welcoming applications for trainees to join our team in Bristol- Marlborough Street.
About the Role
Bus driving is a rewarding career. You'll be providing a crucial service that customers value and rely on. This includes getting to work or school, attending important doctor's appointments, shopping, heading into town, or the journey home. Bus drivers are key workers who keep everyday life moving for local communities.
You'll be out on the road, working on your own initiative, while also being part of a close-knit driving team that looks out for each other. Every day brings something different, and you'll meet some amazing people along the way.
These full-time posts are permanent. You will work 38 hours per week on a variety of shift patterns including mornings, evenings, and weekends.
Join us as a Trainee and you will earn: £14.50 per hour, rising to £15.00 per hour after your 5-week training period, then rising to £16.00 per hour after 12 months.
Info for Trainees
The minimum age is 18, with at least 6 months' driving experience. If you've never driven anything bigger than a car before, don't worry. We provide top-class training on our modern, automatic buses.
What We Are Looking For
* Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
* Good communication and customer service skills.
If you're a patient, safe driver with good people skills, you're the perfect fit for our driving team.
Benefits
On top of your salary, there are some brilliant benefits. Our package helps your weekly wage go further and provides long-term financial security.
* First Xclusives discount scheme: Over 3,000 offers on high street and leisure brands for you, your family, and friends.
* Free travel on our buses for you and your family.
* £6 all-day train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, Hull Trains.
* Free onsite parking and cycle-to-work scheme.
* Up to 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays.
* Pension scheme and opportunity to buy discounted FirstGroup shares.
Our Commitment to You
We prioritize physical and mental wellbeing at First Bus. We offer health-promotion initiatives and 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
We look forward to your application.
Public transport serves everyone, regardless of differences. At First Bus, we aim to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, thinking, and experiences, as they bring benefits to our customers, communities, and staff.
Applicants should be aware that background checks will be part of our recruitment process.
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