Are you a qualified PCV Bus Driver looking for a rewarding career that connects you to your community? Join Arriva at our Ashington depot, where you'll be an integral part of keeping our community moving. Whether it's getting commuters to work, helping customers with errands, or ensuring children get to school safely, every journey makes a difference.
At Arriva, we believe in offering fantastic career progression, development opportunities, and the chance to make a real difference to the community. Whether you want to move into management, support training, or become an expert driver, there's a place for you here. We’re more than just a transport company – we’re a diverse and inclusive community, united in providing an essential service to our passengers. Join us and enjoy the rewards of making a positive impact on the lives of those around you.
Requirements
* MUST have a valid PCV Licence – this is a non‑negotiable requirement.
* No more than 6 points on your licence.
* Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test.
* Excellent customer service and people skills.
* Flexibility to work various shifts.
* If you don’t have a PCV licence yet, you can apply for our Trainee role – we provide paid training to help you get qualified.
Benefits
* Weekdays: £13.55 per hour, rising to £15.40 per hour after six months service.
* Weekends: £14.00 per hour, rising to £15.85 per hour after six months service.
* Bank Holidays: £30 bonus payment.
* Pay rates are reviewed regularly through frequent negotiations.
* Qualified drivers with at least 2 years of bus‑driving experience in the last 5 years start at £13.55 p/h basic; otherwise the starting rate is £13.25 p/h.
* 28 days annual leave rising to 33 days.
* Overtime opportunities.
* Free bus travel for you and your family (within the same household).
* Arriva Workplace Pension.
* Onsite gym.
* Ongoing CPC training and career development opportunities.
* Access to the MyDrive app with monthly rewards (£50 vouchers) for top drivers.
* A diverse and inclusive company culture that puts customers first.
Hours of Work
* 5 out of 7 rotating shift patterns, planned up to 6‑8 weeks in advance.
* Mornings starting from 05:00 and evenings finishing around 01:30.
* Overtime available based on request/availability.
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