Bus Driver - Swindon
Pulhams Coaches is a family feel, coach and bus operator based in Bourton-on-the-Water, in the Cotswolds (with this position being based in Swindon). Established in 1880, we are an award-winning business of over 140 years who recently became part of Oxford Bus Company (Go-Ahead Group). We are members of the prestigious Guild of British Coach Operators and DVSA Earned Recognition Scheme; amongst the highest performing operators in the UK. Pulhams Coaches operates 160 buses and coaches on a mix of work including private hire trips, UK and European tours, Home to School transport, educational excursions and local bus services.
We're looking for a small number of additional bus drivers, to work out of our Swindon outstation, based at the 'Swindon Bus' depot.
This particular post will work on a rota, operating a mixture of weekdays and weekends, operating local bus routes 67 and 68.
What's in it for you
* Excellentrates (overtime available)
* Modern, reliable, comfortable vehicles
* Weekly paid
* Pension scheme
* Company uniform
* Guild Operator (one of 25 in the UK)
* DVSA Earned Recognition Member
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Membership of TBF (financial, health and welfare benefits)
* Free ongoing CPC and job specific training and development
* Free Driver Medicals
* Free Digi-Card and renewals
* Free DBS checks & enrolment to update service
* Staff Christmas Savings Scheme
* Staff and family retail & cinema discounts (min 4% saving on supermarket shop)
What we need from you:
* PCV Licence and current CPC card
* Superb customer service skills
* A very smart appearance
* An excellent timekeeper (dependable and reliable)
* A passion for driving and delivering great service
Further details about the role
* You'll drive company vehicles to the highest possible standards, providing a smooth journey and a friendly experience
* You'll clean your vehicle to a high standard, in line with our customers expectations
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40 – 45 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free or subsidised travel
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
Licence / Certification:
* PCV licence (required)
Ability to Commute:
* Swindon, Wiltshire (required)
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £15.00-£22.50 per hour
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Application question(s):
* Do you hold a current Category D (PCV) driving licence?
* Do you take a pride in your personal appearance, looking smart whilst at work?
* Are you able to commute regularly and reliably to Swindon?
Work Location: In person