We are welcoming applications from experienced drivers to join our team Swansea.
About the Role
Bus driving is a rewarding career. You'll be providing a crucial service that customers value and rely on. Getting to work or school, important doctor's appointments, popping to the shops, heading into town or the journey home. Bus drivers are key workers who keep everyday life moving for local communities. You'll be out on the road, working on your own initiative. At the same time, you will be part of a close-knit driving team, who look out for each other. Every day brings something different. You'll meet some amazing people along the way.
Join us as an experienced driver and earn £13.40 per hour
These full time posts are permanent. You will work 39 hours per week on a variety of shift patterns including morning, evenings and weekends.
PCV Licence Holders
Join us as a qualified driver and receive a £3,000 bonus. This payment is paid in two instalments over 12 months (1st payment after 6 months of service, 2nd payment after 12 months of service). To be eligible for this payment you must not have worked for First Bus in the last 12months.
What we are looking for
- Experienced drivers require a PCV license and up to date CPC
- All drivers need the flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including early mornings, evenings and weekends.
- Good communication and customer service skills
If you're a patient, safe driver with good people skills, you're the perfect fit for our driving team
Benefits
On top of your salary, there are some brilliant benefits. Our package helps your weekly wage go further, while providing long-term financial security.
- First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands
- Free travel on our buses for you and your family
- £6 all-day train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, Hull Trains
- Free onsite parking + cycle to work scheme
- Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays
- Pension scheme + chance to buy discounted FirstGroup shares.
We'll be there for you, because you're there for us
We put a big focus on physical and mental wellbeing at First Bus. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strains of work, or life outside it. You'll find a range of health-promotion initiatives, and you'll have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
We look forward to 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.
