FirstGroup is looking for dynamic and well motivated individuals who are interested in a management career in a UK based international passenger transport group. Successful candidates will need to demonstrate that they have the qualities which will, in time, enable them to take on a senior management role. They will be clear thinking, articulate and decisive but above all will have the ability to motivate and lead people in what is a labour intense industry. Most, but not necessarily all, of those accepted will be graduates, although specific qualifications are not paramount. The scheme is designed to prepare trainees for a career in general management at the most senior level.
Separate schemes operate for bus and rail.
We may offer traineeships to applicants who wish to specialise in engineering initially and in this case the scheme will be modified to allow this. Only a small number of traineeships are offered each year and competition is inevitably intense. On successful completion of the course, will be appointed to an initial post. Typically this could be as manager of a small location or as assistant manager in a larger area. Subsequent progress is dependent on individual abilities and aptitude and the availability of suitable vacancies for promotion.