Trainee Bus Driver/ Bus Driver

Posted 6 hours 34 minutes ago by Borders Buses

£13 Hourly
Permanent
Full Time
Transport & Logistics Jobs
Selkirkshire, Galashiels, United Kingdom, TD1 1
Job Description
Borders Buses operate a network of bus routes across the Scottish Borders, North Northumberland, Carlisle, East Lothian, Midlothian and Edinburgh.

We have a fantastic opportunity for Trainee Bus Drivers to join our team based at our busy Galashiels depot . Not got your bus licence that's not a problem as we have our very own training school. We'll guide you through every step of the process!

You must have a UK driving licence, be aged 19 or over and have been driving for 6 months.

The training is free , up to the value of £2,500 which includes your theory and practical tests, travelling expenses and accommodation (conditions apply). We will support you through your training journey and provide ongoing training once you achieve your PCV licence.

Already have a PCV licence? Great news, we have both part time and full time opportunities available with a range of shift options. CPC not up-to-date? We can help you get this sorted within a week!

Your responsibilities as a Bus Driver:
Provide excellent customer service and a safe and comfortable journey for our passengers
Patient, able to work confidently on your own
Able to handle cash responsibly and process card payments

What we offer you as a Bus Driver:
A permanent and secure job
Competitive rate of pay - £13 per hour
30 days holiday
Company pension
Great training (including paid Driver CPC training which is required for licence holders)
Free travel for you and your family
Career and development opportunities
Overtime opportunities - 6th day paid at time and a half
Employee Benefits app with discounts in shops, access to GP and counselling service

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 - 50 per week

Benefits:
Free or subsidised travel
Health & wellbeing programme
Store discount

Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (required)
PCV Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person