Trainee Coach Driver

Trainee Coach Driver – Bristol, Lawrence Hill

£14.84 per hour - £17.00 per hour

We're looking for Trainee Coach Drivers to join First Bus and Flix Bus in Bristol. This is a permanent, full-time role with full training provided, giving you the opportunity to start a new career as a Coach Driver. If you have a full UK driving licence, enjoy driving, and take pride in providing great customer service, we'll support you through your training and help you gain the qualifications needed to operate long-distance coach services across the UK.

Most trainee driver roles focus on local bus services. With First Bus and Flix Bus, you'll gain your PCV licence through our training programme and progress straight into operating modern coaches on routes across the UK.

You'll earn £14.84 per hour whilst completing training. Once you've successfully completed training, your rate will increase to £16.00 per hour, rising to £17.00 per hour after one year once you're fully qualified. This is a full-time, permanent role with guaranteed contracted hours and planned rotas, giving you visibility of your working week in advance. You'll also have the opportunity to increase your earnings through overtime when available.

You’ll safely transport customers on long-distance routes across the UK, delivering a professional, reliable, and comfortable travel experience. You’ll be responsible for maintaining high standards of safety, customer service, and professionalism while operating modern coaches on planned routes and schedules.

• Full UK driving licence held for at least 6 months
• Maximum of 6 penalty points
• Minimum age of 18
• Right to work in the UK
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Flexible approach to shift work

No PCV licence is required, full training is provided.

Background checks will form part of the recruitment process.