Bus Driver

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Permanent
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Transport & Logistics Jobs
Yorkshire, Dewsbury, United Kingdom, WF120
Job Description

BusDriver

£12.60 - £14.75perhour

StartYour Bus Driving Career with Arriva at our Dewsbury depot- PCV andTrainee Opportunities Available!

AtArriva, you'll be at the heart of your community, helping commutersget to work, children to school, and neighbours to the shops.Whether you're an experienced PCV Driver or looking to start a newcareer as a Trainee Bus Driver, we have a role foryou.

As a Bus Driver, you'll build relationshipswith regular passengers, be a friendly face, and play a vital rolein connecting our customers to what matters most. Did you know BusDrivers are among the most thanked professionals in theUK?

We're proud of our customer service and thesupport we provide to the community. If you're a like-mindedindividual with a passion for people, we'd love to have you on ourteam!

PayRates:

TraineeDriver - Pay Rate: £12.60 - £14.75 perhour

£12.60 per hour - Duringtraining and mentoring (around 8 weeks).

£13.20 per hour - 6 months'probation period.

£14.75 perhour - after successful probationcompletion.

FullyQualified PCV Drivers

PayRate: £13.20 - £14.75 perhour

£13.20 per hour for thefirst 6 months of probation ( Must have 1-year of PCV experience inthe last 5 years).

£14.75after passing your probation ( Must have 1-year PCV experience tomove to a higherrate).

Pay ratesreviewed via frequent paynegotiations.

What'sin It forYou?

  • TraineeDrivers: Full paid training, including obtaining your PCVlicence through our Arriva TrainingSchool.
  • Ongoing CPC training for all driversand professional developmentopportunities.
  • Career progression intomanagement, support training, or becoming an expertdriver.
  • Flexible and rotating shifts planned6-8 weeks in advance.
  • Free bus travel for youand your family (or a nominee).
  • Access to theArriva Village for store discounts andoffers.
  • Free staff bus and shuttle services toand from work.
  • Monthly rewards through theMydrive app for top-performingdrivers.

ShiftPatterns:

  • 5 out of 7rotating shift patterns, planned up to 6-8 weeks in advance so youcan plan around shifts.
  • Mornings starting from04:00, Afternoons start from 12:00 and Evenings from 18:00 on arotational basis.
  • We cannot offer fixed early,afternoon or evenings separately.
  • Overtimeavailable onrequest.

Requirements:

  • Beover 18 years old with at least 6 months of drivingexperience.
  • Hold a valid UK driving licencewith no more than 6 penalty points.
  • Pass a drugand alcohol test.
  • Great customer service andcommunication skills.
  • Hold a full PCV licence(if qualified PCV driver)
  • CPC holder (ifqualified PCV driver)
  • No more than 6 penaltypoints.
  • Pass a drug and alcoholtest.
  • Demonstrate excellent customer serviceand communicationskills.

WhyJoin Arriva?


At Arriva,we're not just connecting passengers; we're creating a communitythat values inclusion and diversity. Whether you're an experienceddriver or starting your journey as a trainee, you'll enjoy paidtraining, enhanced pay rates, and a supportive team environmentwhere you can thrive.

Take the wheel of yourfuture-apply today and become part of the Arriva family at ourDewsbury depot!