Are You Friendly, Reliable, and Ready to Make a Difference in Your Community? Become a Trainee Bus Driver Today!
£13.30 p/h - (£26,280 p/a)
Increasing to £14.73p/h after 12 months
Overtown, Scotland
38 Hrs p/w. 5 days per week (Monday – Sunday)
(Hours assigned in advance on a shift / Rota basis)
Who are we?
First Bus are one of the UKs largest bus operators, passionate about delivering passenger journeys that are sustainable, comfortable, and efficient! We are at the forefront of innovation in the industry, connecting communities and shaping the future of public transport. As part of this journey, we are excited to welcome new, trainee Bus Drivers to become part of our fantastic team in Overtown.
What's in it for you?
1. Competitive Pay: £13.30p/h (£26,280 p/a) - increasing to £14.73p/h (£29,106 p/a) after 12 months.
2. Generous Leave: Up to 5 weeks holiday, in addition to bank holidays.
3. Discount Scheme with First Xclusives: Access to over 3,000 offers on popular high street & leisure brands such as ASDA, Specsavers, Costa, B&Q, and more.
4. Free Travel: Complimentary bus travel for you and your family on First Bus services.
5. Discounted Train Travel: £6 all-day train rides for you and your family on a wide range of railway services, including Great Western Railway, Southwestern Railway, Avanti, and Hull Trains.
6. Health and Wellbeing Perks: Simply health policy offering cash back for everyday health care essentials, for you and all dependents under the age of 24.
7. Free 24hr Access: to an online GP, and an Employee Assistance programme should life become less straightforward.
8. Investment Opportunities: Exclusive chance to buy discounted FirstGroup shares.
9. First-Class Training: Comprehensive program, setting you up for success in your new role.
10. Cycle to Work Scheme.
11. Pension Scheme.
Alongside this you will experience:
1. A Diverse & Inclusive Workplace: First Bus prides itself on being an inclusive organisation that celebrates and welcomes diverse backgrounds, thinking, and experiences.
2. Career Growth: As part of FirstGroup, First Bus provides numerous opportunities for professional development and progression across the transport sector.
3. Community Impact: Playing an integral part in the local community, making a real difference in people's daily lives.
4. A Dynamic Work Environment: Every day is different, offering a unique set of experiences and rewards, alongside being part of a close-knit driving team.
What we need from you:
1. Proof of your Right to Work in the UK.
2. You must be at least 18 years of age.
3. Hold a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
4. Minimum 6 months driving experience.
5. Flexibility to work on a rota / shift basis. (There are a variety of shifts which may consist of early mornings (starting 03.30hrs) / late nights (finishing at 02:00hrs) / weekends.)
6. Great people skills.
Next Steps:
Apply now! We will be in touch once we receive your application.
Public transport serves everyone, whatever their differences. At First Bus, we want to be an employer open to you, no matter what your differences are. We aspire to be an inclusive organisation because diverse backgrounds, thinking and experiences bring so many benefits to our customers, communities, and people. We welcome applications from all.
Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process.
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