Bus Driver

Driver Hire Belfast; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Driver Hire Belfast is seeking an experienced Bus Driver for Ballymena with an immediate start. This role focuses on conducting road tests on buses to ensure safety, reliability and performance before service.

Work is Mon-Fri with 7:00am starts and finish times dependent on workload; this position involves driving and testing without passenger duties and requires a full bus driving licence and prior bus experience.

Qualifications

• Full Category D (Bus) Driving Licence is required.
• Previous bus driving experience preferred.
• Strong awareness of vehicle safety and road regulations.
• Reliable, professional, and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Collect buses from the client's site.
• Carry out road testing routes of up to 500 miles.
• Assess vehicle handling, performance, and roadworthiness.
• Report any defects or issues identified during testing.
• Ensure all testing is completed safely and professionally.

Skills

Bus driving

Road testing

Job description

Full-Time Opportunities Available

6 + month contract

Driver Hire Belfast is currently seeking an experienced Bus Driver for an immediate start in Ballymena. This is a unique opportunity for drivers who enjoy being on the road but prefer a role without passenger responsibilities.

As part of this position, you will be responsible for conducting road tests on buses to ensure they meet the highest standards of safety, reliability, and performance before returning to service.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect buses from the client's site
• Carry out road testing routes of up to 500 miles
• Assess vehicle handling, performance, and roadworthiness
• Report any defects or issues identified during testing
• Ensure all testing is completed safely and professionally

What's Different About This Role?

• No passenger transport
• No customer-facing duties
• Focus solely on driving and vehicle testing
• Monday to Friday working pattern

Requirements

• Full Category D (Bus) Driving Licence
• Previous bus driving experience preferred
• Strong awareness of vehicle safety and road regulations
• Reliable, professional, and able to work independently

Working Hours

Monday to Friday

Start Time: 7:00am

Finish Time: Dependent on workload

Immediate starts available.