Driver Manager – 6 Month Secondment Arriva | Tunbridge Wells Are you ready to take the wheel of operational excellence? Are you a natural leader who thrives on building high-performing teams and delivering outstanding service? We’re looking for a Driver Manager to join us on a 6-month secondment—someone who’s not just focused on keeping buses running on time, but on inspiring the people who drive them and shaping the future of public transport in the community. What You’ll Be Steering Lead from the front – manage day-to-day depot operations, ensuring services run safely, smoothly, and efficiently Empower your team – motivate, coach, and develop a team of drivers, creating an inclusive, respectful, and high-performing culture Own the journey – take responsibility for performance, safety, customer service, and compliance Make an impact – drive continuous improvement, handle challenges with confidence, and contribute to Arriva’s long-term success What You’ll Bring Proven experience managing operational teams (transport or logistics experience is a strong advantage) A people-focused leadership style with a passion for performance and development Confidence in managing budgets, resolving issues, and delivering excellent customer outcomes Experience working with Trade Unions and handling sensitive employee matters Eligibility for—or existing qualification as—a Transport Manager (O-License holder) What You’ll Get Salary: £47,778.75 Working pattern: 5 days out of 7 Career development opportunities with training and structured support A people-first culture that values teamwork, respect, and inclusion If this sounds like you and you’re ready to step into a role where you can truly make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in your Arriva journey.