How can you make a career at SPS?
Find out why joining Team SPS could be one of the best decisions you ever make.
Working for Somerset Passenger Solutions is your chance to join one of the fastest growing companies in the South West and also be part of the largest construction project in Europe – Hinkley Point C.
As a business, our vision is to provide journeys for all colleagues. You will be given the tools and support you need to feel empowered, take ownership, be accountable for what you do and work towards being the best you can be.
We will commit to providing you with further development and training during your time at SPS with access to nationally accredited distance learning courses with Bridgwater and Taunton College, ensuring you are trained to the highest possible standards.
We strive to build a positive culture at SPS and will make you feel valued, working towards a common goal, succeeding together and going home at the end of day feeling fulfilled. You will receive regular job chats and will be encouraged to share your ideas. We will welcome your feedback and believe strongly in recognising and rewarding colleagues. Given the rapid growth of SPS, there are many opportunities to move into different or more senior roles.
Trainee and Qualified Drivers
As one of our Drivers, you will be a really important part of our team at SPS and you will be given all the tools, training and support you need.
If you are a new Driver, you will have the opportunity to gain your PCV licence at our Driver Training Academy (see below).
We also provide all Drivers with the opportunity to study for a Certificate in Principles of Customer Service, a recognised qualification.
You will receive fantastic training opportunities with access to nationally accredited distance learning courses with local Colleges, ensuring you are trained to the highest possible standards.
You will receive regular job chats and will be encouraged to share your ideas. We will welcome your feedback and believe strongly in recognising and rewarding colleagues.
Given the rapid growth of SPS, there are many opportunities for you to move into different or more senior roles.
Whether you’re a qualified bus driver or looking for a new career and you’re interested in working with our fantastic team, we would be delighted to hear from you.
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Benefits and Rewards
- Company pension scheme
- Free local bus travel and heavily discounted rail travel
- Award winning employee assistance programme, providing external 24/7 confidential help and support to you and your family
- PCV driver training (if required)
- Healthcare cash plan
- Life Assurance
- Discounted gym membership
- Access to 24/7 online GP
- Christmas period shutdown (unlike many transport companies)
- Annual pay review
- Free parking
- Free uniform & PPE
- Union benefits
- Benevolent fund
- Company rewards scheme
- Opportunities for training and progression
- Save As You Earn Scheme
Frequently asked questions
Absolutely! As long as you are over 18 and have held a full manual UK licence for a minimum of 24 months you can apply.
Yes we will provide all the training and support you need for both your licence and CPC. Once you have passed your test we continue to provide training and support until you are fully confident before driving by yourself and collecting our passengers.
Yes you will be employed and paid from Day 1.
No, we provide the driver training and pay for you to complete the training. We also pay for your DVLA medical as part of the application procedure.
Yes, once you have successfully completed your driving training you will begin your role as a qualified PCV Driver.
We have a range of vehicles including single decker buses, double decker buses and coaches. We also have a small fleet of minibuses and cars so you may drive one of these from time to time.
As well as gaining your PCV (category D) licence, we will also provide CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) training. You will also have the opportunity to gain a Level 2 Customer Service qualification. We also offer a range of additional courses and training should you wish to gain skills in other areas.
You will be picking up and dropping off our passengers who work on the HPC Construction site. We collect them from various locations in Somerset including our Park & Ride locations and take them to HPC. Most of our routes start and end from our main depot at J24. For the majority of the time, you will be carrying our passengers but there will be times when you will be driving without passengers, eg when you have dropped your passengers at their destination. We also drive on the construction site itself which is quite unique so you will get to see one of the largest and most amazing construction sites in Europe being built! There are also opportunities to spend time catching up with colleagues over a tea or coffee.
We operate local routes within Somerset, eg from Weston, Taunton and Bridgwater so you are never too far away from home!
We provide our transport services 24/7. We have both full and part time opportunities. The hours are varied and can include early starts, late finishes, twilight, night shifts and weekends.
No, because we provide transportation for the HPC workforce there are no tickets or fares to issue.
No, the passengers do not take any kit, equipment or luggage onto our vehicles.
The most important things we look for are fantastic people and customer service skills. We want our passengers to be greeted with a friendly and cheerful driver who is committed to delivering great service and a safe journey.
We have Drivers who have progressed into all kinds of different roles including Supervisor, Lead Supervisor, Buddy Driver, Trainer, Customer Service, Data Analysis and Manager, to name a few. With hardwork and dedication the sky really is the limit.
We are always happy to answer any other questions you might have. Use the Contact Us links on our website or Email us at: jobs@somersetpassengersolutions.co.uk or give us a ring on 07936 370683
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