Bus Driver

7 months ago

Wigan, United Kingdom Go North West Full time

**Join the Elite Driver Academy and Serve Your Community with Pride**

Attention all skilled drivers We are assembling an elite team of bus drivers to make a meaningful impact in Wigan. As a key player in connecting people and places, you'll become an integral part of the local community, touching the lives of thousands with your exceptional driving skills. Enrolling as a trainee bus driver with our business also gains you a nationally recognised qualification, via our elite bus driver apprenticeship programme. This is an enhanced training programme, providing our new recruits with the knowledge skills and behaviours required to become a professional bus driver. We will teach you more than how to drive a bus, our programme has a specific focus on how we will ensure a safe operation and an excellent customer service across the Bee network. You will have the opportunity to continuously develop your skills over the 13-month apprenticeship and gain a minimum of Level 1 qualifications in Maths and English.

**Responsibilities**:

- Navigate your mighty bus through the bustling streets of Greater Manchester, ensuring smooth and safe transportation for our diverse range of passengers.
- Act as the friendly face of our business, delivering first-class customer service with a can-do attitude, putting a smile on every passenger's face.
- Embrace your role as a community ambassador, fostering positive connections and making a difference in the lives of our passengers.
- Execute precise manoeuvres and pilot challenging routes with the finesse of a seasoned veteran.
- Collaborate with fellow elite drivers and support staff, working as a tight-knit unit to exceed performance targets.
- Uphold the highest standards of professionalism, discipline, and camaraderie, reflecting the spirit of an elite driver.
- Attend a series of workshops delivered by industry experts.

**Requirements**:

- Possess a full UK driving licence with no more than 3 points and the right to work in the UK.
- Have been a UK resident for at least 3 years
- A positive, outgoing attitude with excellent communication skills to engage and assist passengers from all walks of life.
- A knack for delivering exceptional customer service and creating a welcoming environment on board.
- Ability to undergo necessary training and acquire a PCV licence through our esteemed Driver Academy.
- A commitment to safety, punctuality, and teamwork, ensuring the smooth operation of our bus services.

**Perks and Benefits**:

- With competitive hourly rates starting from £11.18, Begin your journey by setting the foundation for a rewarding career.
- Comprehensive training provided through our esteemed Elite Driver Academy, equipping you with the skills to excel in your role.
- The satisfaction of serving your local community, connecting people, and making a positive impact every day.
- TOTUM apprentice card providing some amazing discounts and fantastic benefits.
- Progression opportunities available
- Hapi, our employee benefit scheme - hundreds of offers on high street and leisure brands
- Free travel on most Greater Manchester bus operators and Go-Ahead Group buses across the country (excluding London) for you and your family
- Automatic enrolment in the company’s pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Program
- Enlist today and drive your way to success.

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

**Salary**: £11.18-£16.21 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free or subsidised travel
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Store discount

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Overtime

**Experience**:

- Driving: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Bus Driver (Trainee)

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