Trainee and Experienced Bus Drivers
- Recruiter
- Arriva
- Location
- Birkenhead, Winsford, Deeside
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- 11 Nov 2021
- Closes
- 19 Dec 2021
- Sectors
- Automotive & Driving
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Drive yourself to a new career – become a bus driver with Arriva!
Here at Arriva we are one of the biggest transport companies in Europe. We are at the heart of our community offering services to get you and other passengers from A to B.
We are currently recruiting for both Trainee and Experienced Bus Drivers to become part of our supportive team and deliver great customer service in the local area. If you want to be at the centre of this then Arriva may just be the company for you.
Don’t worry if you have never driven a bus before as we can train you, so if you are in a similar role or are looking for a change in career then apply now.
What Arriva can offer you
Competitive pay rates dependant on location and driving experience
Full time contract with potential overtime available
Uniforms will be provided
Arriva Workplace Pension
Fantastic career opportunities
Being part of a supportive team
Additional Employee Benefits
Free bus travel
Full route learning will also be provided
Training Process
Training will be given to obtain a PCV licence by our qualified driving instructors
Additional training will be provided at your allocated garage after you have obtained your PCV licence
Training will include vehicle familiarisation, route learning, ticket machines, customer care, policies and procedures
Full CPC training will also be provided to trainees
What we look for
You will need to be passionate about giving excellent customer service and love working with a variety of different people living and working in your local area; whilst being able to stay calm under pressure. We are also looking for candidates who are prepared to work a variety of different shift patterns which will include weekend work.
What we need from you
Minimum of 18 years of age (DVLA Regulations)
Full UK Driving Licence Holder for a minimum of 12 months
6 points or less on your driving licence
Passed fit for a PCV medical
No unspent drink driving conviction
If this sounds like a position for you or somebody you know then click on the apply button below.
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