Join London’s Leading Bus Company - Go-Ahead London Is Hiring Experienced Bus Drivers!

Earn Between £15.94-£21.80p/h Basic rate and £16.63-£31.23p/h for Overtime! Dependant on experience and location

Current Vacancies

Camberwell - SE5 9LU
Morden Wharf - SE10 0NU
New Cross - SE14 5UH
Peckham - SE15 3SU
Putney - SW15 1RN
River Road - IG11 0SW
Stockwell - SW4 6ST
Sutton - SM1 1QJ
Sydenham - SE26 5AT
Waterloo - SE1 8TE

We regularly update our list of vacancies, so if you can’t see the location you are looking for, try back in a few weeks!

Start Your Career with London’s Leading Bus Company

Go-Ahead London is the capital’s largest bus operating over 2,300 buses from 17 depots across South, North, and East London. We are proud to employ 7,000+ drivers who keep London moving every day.

About the Role

We’re looking for professional and customer-focused Bus Drivers (PCV holders) to join our team. We offer permanent roles with great pay, benefits, and opportunities to grow your career in transport.

Please note: As services run 7 days a week, 364 days a year, your shifts will include early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

What We Offer

Competitive pay with service-related increases
Overtime at enhanced rates (when available)
Full recognition of your previous London operator service (with a valid Licence for London)
Holiday entitlement based on previous service (with LfL)
Free travel for you and your partner* on TfL services (*after 3 months)
Staff discounts via our GALtastic Savings scheme – includes Apple, Currys, Costa & more
Career development opportunities – including promotions into training, management, and support roles
Contributory pension scheme
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme to support your wellbeing

Your Key Responsibilities:

Safely and professionally transport passengers
Answer customer questions and give travel updates
Make clear announcements using the onboard PA system
Check your vehicle is road-ready before each shift
Keep to the timetable and route schedule
Follow company policies and TfL standards

What We’re Looking For

Valid UK PCV Licence (Category D)
No more than 6 penalty points
Able to pass a DVLA medical and have the right to live/work in the UK
Strong spoken and written communication skills
The legal right to live and work in the UK

Ready to Take the First Step?

Apply today and start a rewarding career journey with Go-Ahead London, where every Journey matters.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £15.94-£21.80 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount
Free or subsidised travel

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 072025

Go-Ahead London

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