Trainee Bus Driver

Stagecoach Group; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport operator based in Merthyr Tydfil is seeking Trainee Bus Drivers to join their team. This role offers comprehensive training at an expert driving academy, allowing candidates to earn a recognized qualification. Trainees will receive a competitive salary starting from £14.59 per hour, with the potential for increases based on performance and additional hours. Benefits include 33 days of paid holiday and staff discounts on various brands and services. Apply now to start your journey in a rewarding career with great opportunities.

Benefits

Generous pension

Discounts on high street brands

Free bus travel for employee and a companion

33 days paid holiday

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK license for a minimum of 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Learn to drive a bus at the expert driving academy.
• Complete all training costs to achieve a recognized qualification.

Skills

Full UK driving license for at least 12 months

Job description

Trainee Bus Driver page is loaded## Trainee Bus Driverlocations: Merthyrtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR12087**Salary**Trainee Bus Driver**Pay Rates are as follows: Hourly Rate- Monday to Saturday £15.21 Overtime rate is £18.23 and a rate of 18.84 on Sundays and Bank holidays You will also receive 33 days' holidays (Including Bank holidays from day one.****Must hold a full UK license for a minimum of 12 months****\*\*\*\* The rate of pay during the training period will be £14.59\*\*\*\***Learn to become a bus driver at the UK's Number 1 bus company.We are looking for trainee bus drivers to join our team immediately. You'll be paid to learn how to drive a bus at our expert driving academy, become part of a great community, and get rewarded for a job you love.3 Reasons to Join The Stagecoach Team1. Get Rewarded For a Job You Love.Being rewarded for a job you enjoy is a great feeling.With Stagecoach, you’ll receive a competitive salary, a generous pension, and the financial security that comes with working for an established company.Plus, with opportunities to earn more money for working overtime, weekends, or nights, you can increase your pay packet whenever you need.2. Earn While You LearnWe’ll also pay for all your training costs to achieve a recognized national qualification in Passenger Transport and your PCV license, worth around £4,000.3. Perks From Day OneAs soon as you join Stagecoach, you’ll receive a great range of benefits and perks on top of your salary. These include discounts on high street brands, restaurants, hotels, days out, and cinema visits.You’ll also get 33 days paid holiday,(Including bank holiday) a generous pension, and free Stagecoach bus travel for you and a companion.Applying is easy and won’t take more than 90 seconds.Simply apply online, and we’ll ask you to come in for an interview and to see the bus depot, and that’s it!We Will also pay for all of your training costs, worth around £4,000.Location- Merthyr TydfilOur CultureStagecoach is made up of a diverse community of people who support and empower each other, creating a culture of inclusivity and respect.We believe that diversity not only enriches our company culture but also makes us stronger and more innovative as a team.We welcome applications from everyone and can’t wait for you to join the Stagecoach team!Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age.**Location:**Stagecoach Merthyr Depot Unit 21 Merthyr Tydfil Ind.Estate, Dowlais Merthyr Tydfil CF48 2SRFounded in 1980, Stagecoach has established itself as the UK’s largest transport operator, with services connecting more than 100 major towns and cities in England, Scotland, and Wales. We work with our partners to deliver a greener, smarter, safer, healthier, and fairer country. Providing extensive expertise in commercial and contracted markets, we assist national and regional government to deliver on ambitious plans for their citizens, communities, and local economy. Our team of 26,000 employees are proud to serve our customers and be an integral part of their local communities.