Bus Driver - Hourly

s1jobs; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPC renewal costs covered

Overtime opportunities

Career progression

Pension

Free travel for you and a companion

Discounts

Job summary

Stagecoach Dumfries is recruiting for a Coach Driver on the X74 service. Based at the Dumfries outstation and reporting to the Glasgow depot, you will drive the coach fleet safely and deliver excellent customer service across a supportive network.

We offer ongoing training with CPC renewal costs covered, competitive hourly rates, overtime opportunities, and career progression into leadership roles across the UK.

Qualifications

• You must be 21+ years old and hold a PCV licence.
• Minimum of 1 year coach experience.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Patient, safe and courteous driving.
• Positive, friendly attitude and passion for delivering great customer service.
• Willingness to learn and be part of a brilliant team.

Responsibilities

• Drive our fleet safely and confidently.
• Ensure every customer has a great journey.
• Deliver top-notch customer service to all passengers.
• Create a welcoming environment where customers feel respected and looked after.
• Work flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Skills

Customer service

Safety-conscious

Patience

Team player

Positive attitude

Education

PCV licence

Job description

Salary

Recruiting drivers for the Dumfries outstation

Coach Driver - X74 service (Dumfries)

• 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 Dumfries outstation, managed by our depot in Glasgow
• Pay rate during training of £14.75 per hour
• Annual earnings between £29,913 based on 39 hours per week
• Shift patterns of Early, mid and lates on a rolling rota

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 Charles Street 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.

Our Dumfries outstation

At our Dumfries outstation, we operate a fleet of 6 coaches covering the areas of Glasgow to Dumfries on the X74 service with a team of 14 drivers. You'll be reporting to our Charles Street depot based in Glasgow.

This isn't just about driving a coach—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, XX 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 21 years old and hold a PCV licence
• Minimum of 1 year coach experience
• 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
• Our recruitment process is simple; a short application (around 3 - 4 minutes), followed by an interview assessing your experience & behaviours

Ready to take the driver’s seat?

Stagecoach Inclusive Employer Statement

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 Dumfries Depot 8 Eastfield Road Dumfries DG1 2EQ