Bus Driver / PCV Driver

Metroline Manchester is hiring Bus Drivers/PCV Drivers for their new operations in Greater Manchester. The role offers a pay rate of £16.37 to £17 per hour, with increased rates for weekends and bank holidays. Candidates must have a full PCV license and a positive attitude towards customer service. Responsibilities include safe driving, maintaining bus cleanliness, and collaborating with the team. Benefits include free bus travel for family, parking, and a pension scheme. Flexible shift work is required. Applications are accepted via email until February 28, 2025.
Department: Drivers (Manchester), Manchester

Location: Manchester

Closing Date: February 28, 2025

About us

Metroline Manchester is a recently formed subsidiary of ComfortDelGro, in March 2024 we were awarded contracts to operate four franchises and join the Bee Network in Greater Manchester by Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA). Metroline was formed in 1989, fourth largest bus operator in London running about 17 percent of the city’s scheduled bus services and has been a part of the largest private land transport company Comfort Del Gro since 2000. Here at Metroline we are 6,000 colleagues strong across the UK and help carry over one million of our customers every day, whilst Comfort Del Gro operates in 12 countries with a global fleet of over 40,000 vehicles and more than 22,000 colleagues.

Job Summary

Pay: £16.37 – £17 per hour (increased rate for weekends & BH)

Locations: Wythenshawe, Sharston and Hyde Road

Are you ready to fasten your seat belt and start steering your career by becoming a Bus Driver for a new major operator in town? If so, we would absolutely love to hear from you here at Metroline Manchester as we start our exciting journey as part of the Bee Network family!

We are looking for people who have a passion for providing excellent customer service within our local Manchester communities, making the journeys to our customers’ favourite places and people an enjoyable experience. Metroline drivers pride themselves by taking care of our passenger journeys in the safest manner by ensuring we follow all the required rules and protocols at any given time.

Responsibilities
• As a Bus Driver you will be ensuring your mighty bus is kept in a clean and roadworthy condition
• Driving in a safe manner in accordance with current road and traffic legislation whilst executing challenging manoeuvres
• Delivering an exceptional level of customer service with a can-do attitude and positive approach
• Always maintaining highest levels of professionalism whilst ensuring smooth and safe transportation for our diverse range of passengers
• Collaborating with the wider dream team and support functions to exceed performance targets
• Work closely together with the management team to target any malfunctions or improvements where possible

Benefits
• Free Bus Travel for yourself + 3 (companion + 2 children OR 3 children)
• Free on-site parking
• Pension Scheme Contributions
• Benefits Hub
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free uniform

Essential Criteria
• Full PCV licence and up to date CPC
• A positive and professional approach with excellent communication skills to engage and assist our passengers from all walks of life.
• We need you to be prepared to work varying shifts including early starts, late finishes and weekends.

Hours of Work

Full time permanent contract 38 hours per week – 5 working days a week
Shift work – flexibility required to work early starts, late finishes and weekends

To apply

Please email a covering letter of application and CV to the Manchester Talent Acquisition Team, joinmanchester@metroline.co.uk

Applications

Applications should include:
• the reasons you are applying for the post;
• examples of how you meet the skills;
• any relevant qualifications or experience.

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

Pay: £16.37-£17.00 per hour

Licence/Certification:
• PCV/ Category D driving licence (required)

Work authorisation:
• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person