Bus Driver

*Candidates must have PCV Licence.

We are a small, friendly and professional team looking to recruit full time service bus drivers. Based at our Dumbarton Depot (just 20 mins from Glasgow), you will work in an established family business with over 50 years experience in the bus industry where management listen and care for your needs as best we can.

We operate services throughout Dumbarton, Clydebank & Kirkintilloch on modern, clean and reliable vehicles. Most of our service buses are no older than 3 years and range from 16 to 28 seats. Our services operate on behalf of SPT and run in quieter urban and rural areas where you will enjoy the benefits of a regular and friendly customer base.

Shifts/Pay Rates

  • Earlyshift Rota £13.50ph average 43 hours per week.
  • Backshift Rota £14.50ph averaging 34 hours per week.
  • Overtime available up to £16ph.

Benefits

  • A permanent, secure job
  • Overtime opportunities
  • A competitive package including good rates of pay
  • Fully paid route learning and training
  • Fully paid Driver CPC training
  • 5.6 Weeks holiday entitlement, no pre-booked dates!
  • Company uniform
  • Workplace pension
  • Overtime opportunities offered

Requirements

  • Excellent attendance & timekeeping
  • PCV licence entitlement
  • Up-to-date Driver CPC qualification (we can assist if out of date)

Responsibilities

  • 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

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.50-£16.00 per hour

Experience:

  • bus driving: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • PCV licence (required)
  • CPC Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

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