Edinburgh Guarantee Jobs Board

Employer:     

Lothian is the UK’s largest municipal bus company and proudly owned by the City of Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian and West Lothian Councils. Lothian connects the region with over 70 services and more than 700 buses which run day and night throughout the year. Our easy-access fleet is among the most modern and environmentally friendly in the UK and now includes the city’s first zero-emission electric buses. We are also an award-winning transport operator and continue to invest in technology and our people. We’ve been based in the city for over 100 years and are now one of the region’s largest employers with over 2,700 people, 1,900 of whom are drivers. Many of our employees are from Edinburgh and the Lothians or have made the region their home.

Environment: 

Are you looking for a rewarding career where every day brings new opportunities to make a difference in your community? Be part of a team - join a company that values inclusivity, teamwork and excellent customer service. Enjoy a full range of employee benefits including free travel, free health plan, full uniform provided and access to a range of discounts for hundreds of retailers. Once qualified, earn £32,792 per annum, rising to £39,120 per annum after 2 years’ service plus overtime opportunities with enhanced rates. 

What might a day in this role look like?

As a Trainee Bus Driver, you’ll ensure our passengers enjoy safe, reliable and friendly journeys every day. Whether you’re helping commuters get to work or families explore the city, you’ll play a vital role in keeping Edinburgh moving. 

What will I learn?

• Paid training for the first 5 weeks whilst you train to gain your PCV Bus Licence (Cat D)
• Annual paid training to help maintain your driver qualification.

What qualifications/skills are required?

Essential:

• Full UK driving licence (held for at least 12 months) with no more than 6 penalty points
• Exceptional customer service skills and clear communication skills
• Excellent driving skills and knowledge of traffic regulations
• Flexibility to work various shift patterns including weekends and Bank Holidays.

Desirable:

Previous experience driving larger vehicles (anything from a Transit to Class 1 Truck).

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