Coach Driver

First Bus; Slough; On-site; Full time

Job description

We are welcoming applications from new and experienced drivers to join our team in Slough who deliver a great customer service to our passengers on our RA2 and RA3 service to and from Heathrow Airport.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to be an ambassador for our exclusive Rail Air service, putting special focus on our customers who have often been on long journeys and who wish to get to and from Heathrow Airport. We are looking for confident, outgoing, and personable coach drivers with a proven track record of delivering a premium customer service to a high standard. We want people who will take personal pride in delivering an exceptional customer service experience to all our UK & foreign travellers. Is that you?

Join us as a qualified driver and earn £15.88 per hour.

Join us as a trainee and earn £14.88 per hour, increasing to £15.88 after your first year.

These are permanent, full-time positions, working 39 hours per week across a variety of shift patterns, including mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Info for trainees

The minimum age is 18, with at least 6 months' driving experience. Don't worry if you've never driven anything bigger than a car before. We provide top-class training on our modern, automatic buses.

What we are looking for

1. Experienced drivers require a PCV license and up-to-date CPC.
2. All drivers need the flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
3. Good communication and customer service skills.

If you're a patient, safe driver with good people skills, you're the perfect fit for our driving team.

Benefits

In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you in every aspect of your role:

1. First Xclusives Discount Scheme: Access to over 3,000 offers on high street and leisure brands for you and your family and friends.
2. Free Bus Travel: Complimentary travel on our buses for you and your family.
3. Discounted Train Travel: £6 all-day train travel for you and your family on selected rail services.
4. Free Onsite Parking: Enjoy free parking, plus options for a cycle-to-work scheme.
5. Generous Leave: Up to 5 weeks of paid holiday plus bank holidays.
6. Pension Scheme: Participate in our pension plan with the option to purchase discounted FirstGroup shares.

At First Bus, we prioritize your physical and mental well-being. We understand that work and life can present challenges, which is why we offer a range of health-promotion initiatives and 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

Join us in shaping the future of public transportation and making a real difference in our communities. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process.