Trainee Bus Driver
Start your bus driving career with Arriva at our Rhyl depot. No prior bus experience needed; training will be provided.
Pay Rates
- First 3 weeks: £13.45 per hour
- Post‑training (Trainees): Monday to Saturday: £13.45/hr (rising to £15.80 after 12 months)
- Sunday: £18.70 (rising to £22.00 after 12 months)
- Bank Holidays: £19.13/hr (rising to £22.50 after 12 months)
Benefits
- Full paid training, including obtaining your PCV licence through Arriva Training School
- Ongoing CPC training and professional development opportunities
- Career progression into management, support training, or becoming an expert driver
- Flexible rotating shifts planned 6‑8 weeks in advance (mornings from 04:00, afternoons from 12:00, evenings from 18:00)
- Free bus travel for you and your family (or a nominee)
- Access to Arriva Village store discounts and offers
- Free staff bus and shuttle services to and from work
- Monthly rewards via the MyDrive app for top‑performing drivers
Shift Patterns
5 out of 7 rotating shift patterns, planned up to 6‑8 weeks in advance. Overtime available at request/availability.
Requirements
- Over 18 years old with at least 12 months of driving experience
- Valid UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points
- Pass a drug and alcohol test
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
Why Join Arriva?
We create a community that values inclusion and diversity. Starting as a trainee, you’ll enjoy paid training, enhanced pay rates, and a supportive team environment.
Trainee Bus Driver - Rhyl employer: Arriva Cymru Limited
Arriva Cymru Limited is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering comprehensive paid training for aspiring bus drivers at our Bangor depot. With a supportive work culture, opportunities for career progression into supervisory roles, and the added benefit of free travel for staff and their families, we ensure that our team members feel valued and motivated in their careers.
