Trainee Bus Driver

About the role

At Arriva Bangor, our Bus Drivers are at the heart of the communities we serve. Whether it’s getting children to school or commuters to work, you’ll connect our customers to what matters to them. Providing excellent customer service and making a real difference in communities.

Responsibilities

• Connect customers to essential services
• Provide excellent customer service
• Build relationships with customers
• Maintain a safe and efficient driving environment

Requirements

• Over 18 years old
• At least 12 months driving experience
• No more than 6 points on your driving license

Qualifications

Whilst you don’t need any experience driving a bus, we do have a few requirements. You’ll be over 18 with at least 12 months driving experience with no more than 6 points on your licence.

Skills

Passion for great customer service and supporting local communities.

Benefits

• Fantastic career progression opportunities
• Access to the 'Arriva Village' for store discounts and offers
• Free bus travel for you and your family (within the same household)
• Arriva Workplace Pension

Pay

• Trainee Drivers: £12.75 per hour (first 3 weeks)
• Post-training (Trainees): Monday to Saturday: £12.75/hr (rising to £15.00 after 12 months)
• Sunday: £18.70 (rising to £22.00 after 12 months)
• Bank Holidays: £19.13/hr (rising to £22.50 after 12 months)

Schedule

The role will be shift-based, so you’ll need to be prepared to work early, evenings and weekends.