Job Description

Bus Driver - PCV or Trainee

Location:

Newport, Wales

Salary:

From 13.45 per hour

Hours:

Guaranteed 38 hours per week + overtime available

Job type:

Full-time, part-time, permanent

Licence required:

Full UK driving licence (Category B or D)

PCV licence not required - full paid training provided

About the role

We're looking for friendly, reliable people to join our driving team at

Newport Transport

. Whether you're already a qualified PCV driver or want to start a new career, we'll support you with full training, guaranteed hours, and a rota that works around your life.

You'll be driving some of the UK's quietest, most modern electric buses on local routes including

Newport, Cardiff, Monmouthshire, and Gloucestershire

. No cash handling, no end-of-shift vehicle washing -- just safe, professional driving with great support.

What we offer

Guaranteed 38 hours per week

- overtime always available

Weekly pay

Paid training to get your PCV licence

(if required)

Flexible rotas

- full-time, part-time, 4-day weeks, split shifts

Supportive team environment

- managers know your name

Modern electric fleet

- quiet, clean, and reliable

Career progression

- move into training, control, or management

Friendly passengers and familiar local routes

Extra benefits

Staff Bus

to and from Newport City Centre

Free uniform

provided

Driver app

- view your shifts, swap duties with colleagues

Facilities and break rooms

in Newport and Chepstow

Unum Help@hand

wellbeing service - includes 24/7 GP, mental health support, and financial protection if you're unable to work

Company pension scheme

What we're looking for

Full UK driving licence (Category B or D) A calm, safe and responsible approach to driving Good communication and a friendly attitude Willingness to learn and work as part of a team PCV drivers welcome -- but

no experience necessary

for trainees

Who this job suits: this role is ideal if you:

Want stable, long-term work close to home Enjoy driving and having your own space Like friendly chats with passengers Need a rota that fits around family life or other commitments Are switching careers (many of our drivers came from delivery, warehouse, or retail backgrounds)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.45 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Free or subsidised travel Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Transport links
Work Location: On the road