Bus Driver

202 Stagecoach (North West) Limited; Carlisle; Sur place; GBP 26 000 - 36 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Pension

20 days annual leave

Free travel for you and a companion

Discounts

Overtime opportunities

Ongoing training

Résumé du poste

Stagecoach Carlisle Depot is seeking trained bus drivers to join our team. Based at the Carlisle depot, you’ll drive our modern buses, delivering safe, friendly journeys and a high standard of customer service across community routes.

You’ll be part of a supportive network, with ongoing training and clear progression opportunities within a market-leading transport operator. We offer a permanent role with a competitive pay rate and a focus on safe, sustainable travel.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old or over.
• Hold a valid PCV licence.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Patient, safe and courteous driving approach.

Responsabilités

• Drive our buses safely and confidently.
• Deliver excellent customer service on every journey.
• Create a welcoming, respectful environment for all passengers.
• Be flexible with shifts, including early mornings, evenings and weekends.
• Support the team and contribute to a safe, efficient operation.

Connaissances

PCV Licence

Right to work in UK

Customer service

Safety conscious

Description du poste

Salary £15.20 per hour

Ready to take the wheel? Join the UK's Number 1 bus company today.

• Your new career starts here at Stagecoach, working for one of the UK’s leading operators
• Opportunities for progression with ongoing training
• Access to a modern and sustainable fleet with a supportive team & network
• Based at our Carlisle depot, located at Carlisle
• Pay rate during training of £15.20
• Annual earnings of £30,900 based on 39 hours per week
• Shift patterns of 5 out of 7 days

Looking for a job with real purpose? A career that moves you forward? At Stagecoach, we don’t just offer jobs; we offer careers. Our drivers are the heartbeat of our communities, connecting people to work, school, friends, and family. And now, we’re looking for more experienced, friendly and safety-conscious people to join our team at our Carlisle depot. We value your experience as a Qualified Driver and can offer a truly supportive environment where you can grow! Join us and hit the road with confidence.

All we ask is for a positive attitude, commitment to excellent customer service and a passion for making a difference in people’s daily lives.

Our working environment We offer a welcoming and inclusive work environment across Stagecoach, where colleagues support each other, and managers are committed to creating great places to work. We also have a wide range of employee networks to ensure everyone feels valued and included, along with a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme to support your and your family’s health and wellbeing.

At our Carlisle depot, we operate a fleet of 80 buses covering the areas all over Cumbria with a team of 165 Drivers. This isn’t just about driving a bus—it’s about making a difference every day. You’ll be a friendly face in someone’s day, offering a warm welcome, answering questions, and helping people feel safe and supported on their journey.

Ready to get behind the wheel? Let’s go!

Why choose Stagecoach?

• Ongoing training with CPC renewal costs covered
• Competitive hourly rates, plus opportunities for overtime
• Great career opportunities growing into roles such as Inspector, Controller, Instructor alongside leadership and cross functional openings across the UK
• A permanent, stable career in a respected market leading organisation with a great future focussed on sustainable, clean energy vehicles
• Our benefits including pension, 20 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion and a wide range of discounts

What will you be doing?

• Driving our fantastic fleet safely, smoothly with confidence
• Making sure every single customer has a great journey
• Delivering top-notch customer service, helping people of all ages and backgrounds
• Creating a welcoming environment where customers feel respected, cared for, and looked after, especially those who rely on us most
• Working flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends

What do you need to apply?

• You need to be 18 years old and hold a PCV licence
• Right to work in the UK
• A patient, safe and courteous approach to driving
• Being the face of Stagecoach, a positive, friendly attitude and a passion for delivering great customer service
• A willingness to learn and be part of a brilliant team

Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age. We also live by our five values across Stagecoach; We plan for the future, We do the right thing, We are stronger together, We are down to earth and We support communities.

Location

Stagecoach Carlisle Depot Willowholme Industrial Estate, Willow Holme Road, Willowholme Carlisle CA2 5RT

Welcome to Stagecoach, the UK’s #1 bus company. If you’re ready to join our team, simply fill out an application via a PC or mobile device, and a member of our Recruitment team will be in touch to inform you of next steps. Every day we help millions of passengers get to the people and places that matter to them, connecting the communities we are proud to serve. Founded in 1980, Stagecoach has established itself as the UK’s largest transport operator, with services connecting more than 100 major towns and cities in England, Scotland, and Wales. We work with our partners to deliver a greener, smarter, safer, healthier, and fairer country. Providing extensive expertise in commercial and contracted markets, we assist national and regional government to deliver on ambitious plans for their citizens, communities, and local economy. Our team of 26,000 employees are proud to serve our customers and be an integral part of their local communities.