Bus Driver Opportunity at Arriva!
Kickstart your career at Arriva! We're looking for dedicated individuals to join our new team and play a crucial role in the community. You'll play a vital role in commuters' everyday journeys. Explore exciting opportunities at our other garages; check out our career’s website for additional locations.
Why Choose Arriva?
Rates of Pay:
- Comprehensive Training: No experience necessary! We offer full training at our dedicated school.
- Competitive Rates: Earn £13.15 per hour during training and £15.40 per hour once qualified with overtime paid at 1.25x standard rate, up to £18.75 per hour!
- Enhanced Hourly Rate: £18.75 (Hours between 21:00 and 05:00), weekends and rest days.
- Career Progression: Grow professionally with ongoing development and support.
- Inclusive Environment: Be part of a diverse company that prioritizes customer satisfaction.
Hours of Work and Role:
- Enhanced hourly rate of 1.25x paid for unsociable hours from 21:00 – 05:00, Saturdays, Sundays, bank holidays, working rest days & overtime.
- 5 out of 7 rotating shift patterns, scheduled up to 6-8 weeks in advance for better planning.
- Morning shifts starting from 04:00, Afternoons from 12:00, and Evenings from 18:00 on a rotational basis.
Requirements:
- Minimum age of 18 with at least 6 months of driving experience
- No more than 6 points on your licence
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Mandatory drug and alcohol test during the driving assessment
- Weekend availability based on your rota, with advance notice.
Benefits:
- 25 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays
- Arriva WorkplacePension
- Fantastic career progression opportunities
- Free travel provided by TfL on the TfL network for yourself and a nominee within the same household.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Access to the 'Arriva Village' for exclusive store discounts and offers.
- Strong sense of community through events and activities
- Sick pay policy
- Road safety scheme with monthly £50 voucher rewards for top-performing Arriva drivers
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £15.40 - £18.75 per hour
Expected Hours: 38 per week
Experience:
- Driving: 1 year (required)
Work Location:
- In person
At Arriva, we champion Inclusion and Diversity, fostering a community that unites everyone – not just our passengers.
Apply Now!
Join Arriva's dynamic team, where your commitment to safety and service is valued.
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