Bus Driver

Location: Ballinderry Upper

Bus Driver - Visitors Centre
Maghaberry, Lisburn
£15.03 per hour + £0.70 Prison Allowance | Saturday Rate £22.55 per hour + Allowance
2 Positions Available

Are you a reliable and customer-focused driver looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference within your local community?
We are currently recruiting 2 Bus Drivers to join the Visitors Centre team at Maghaberry Prison. This unique opportunity offers the chance to support families, visitors and professionals attending the prison while working as part of a welcoming and supportive team.
Available Positions
Driver 1
Wednesday & Thursday

Wednesday: 8:30am - 5:15pm
Thursday: 8:30am - 5:15pmDriver 2
Wednesday, Thursday & One Saturday Per Month

Wednesday: 8:30am - 5:15pm
Thursday: 8:30am - 5:15pm
One Saturday per month (rotating rota): 8:45am - 5:15pmAdditional hours may become available to provide cover for annual leave, sickness and operational requirements.
Pay Rates

Wednesday: £15.03 per hour + £0.70 prison allowance
Thursday: £15.03 per hour + £0.70 prison allowance
Saturday: £22.55 per hour + £0.70 prison allowance

The Role
As a Bus Driver, you will:

Safely transport visitors and professionals within the prison grounds
Provide a friendly, welcoming and professional service at all times
Support a positive and inclusive experience for visitors
Carry out daily vehicle safety inspections and routine maintenance checks
Maintain the cleanliness and presentation of the vehicle
Liaise with prison staff and Visitors Centre personnel
Complete required records and documentation
Promote health and safety standards at all times

Essential Requirements

Full clean UK Driving Licence
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to demonstrate empathy, professionalism and sensitivity when supporting individuals impacted by the criminal justice system
Health & Safety or First Aid qualification, or willingness to complete within the first 6 months

Licence Training Available
Applicants who do not currently hold a Category D PCV Licence and CPC qualification must be willing to obtain these within 8 weeks of appointment. Full training costs will be covered by the employer.
Desirable

Previous passenger transport or bus driving experience
Experience working within a team environment Benefits

Employer pension contribution of 9%
Generous annual leave entitlement
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Additional hours available where operationally required
Opportunity to make a genuine difference supporting visitors and families

Compliance Requirements
The successful candidate will be required to complete:

Basic Access NI Check
Northern Ireland Prison Service Security Clearance Applicants must be aged 18 years or over.
If you're looking for a rewarding driving role that combines customer service, responsibility and community impact, we'd love to hear from you.

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