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
