Paid training to become a bus driver | Schiphol Oost

What will you do?

Freedom, being on the road, and lots of contact with people. If that suits you, then a job as a bus driver could be your next destination. In this role, you ensure every day that our travelers reach their destination safely and pleasantly. Don't have experience as a bus driver and no D license? No worries. If you are enthusiastic and we are too, we will provide your training and give you a job guarantee for one of the nicest jobs in the Netherlands. As a bus driver (in training) at Transdev – the largest mobility company in the Netherlands – no day is the same.

As a bus driver, you are a familiar face for our travelers: reliable, committed, and friendly. They can count on you through thick and thin. They board your bus with peace of mind, because you ensure they reach their destination comfortably and on time. Of course, you drive fixed routes according to an existing timetable, but we give you the space to do your job your way. With freedom, responsibility, and ample opportunities for self-development.

A responsible and social role, in which you:

• Drive punctually and safely
• Take care of the travelers
• Maintain a customer-friendly attitude
• Are willing to work flexible shifts

What we offer you:

A good bus driver is social, independent, responsible, and stress-resistant. Safety is paramount in your work, followed closely by the care for your travelers. You enjoy making a real contribution to society. A bit of humor and patience are also very welcome.

Furthermore, we ask:

• A valid B driving license
• MBO work and thinking level
• Living in the vicinity of Schiphol
• Willingness to work in variable shifts
• Good command of the Dutch language to follow the training

Will you be behind the wheel with us soon?

Every day, around 500,000 travelers rely on us, and as a bus driver, you play an important role in that. It might seem self-evident that public transport in the Netherlands is safe and reliable, but it involves more than you might think. Continuous progress is being made in areas from planning and finance to IT and communication. We do everything we can every day to ensure every trip runs as smoothly as possible and are always looking for enthusiastic and driven colleagues who want to move forward with us.

Have you become enthusiastic and want to join the Transdev family? Apply via the apply button below. Want to know more about the application process, the training, or the onboarding process? Check out all frequently asked questions here. If you still have questions, feel free to contact us.

What do you bring?

As a bus driver at Transdev, you work independently, but you are never alone. Together with over 8,000 colleagues, you work on mobility every day. If you are new to the profession, you can start the training to become a bus driver through the Transdev Academy. At our own academy, we train you to become a fully-fledged bus driver in approximately 12 weeks. We pay for your training, and during this period, you will receive a standby allowance of €1,870 gross per month. We also offer:

• Our trust: a permanent contract after 1 year with good performance;
• A salary between €2,876 and €2,931 per month;
• Monthly irregularity allowance of an average of €355, for a full-time contract;
• 8% holiday pay and a year-end bonus of 1.15% and an annual gross bonus of €400;
• Occasional rest: 23 to 29 vacation days, depending on your age;
• Extra days off: 17 ATV days;
• We take care of now and later: pension according to Rail & OV;
• Sustainable travel: a (electric) bike via Lease a Bike after 1 year;
• Travel expenses reimbursement according to the CAO OV.