Bus Driver - Qualified

Stagecoach Group plc; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading bus company as a qualified bus driver! Enjoy a competitive salary, job security, and a supportive community. With opportunities for career growth and a range of perks from day one, this role offers a fulfilling career path. You'll be part of a diverse team that values inclusivity and respect, ensuring that every day is rewarding. If you're ready to take the wheel and drive your future forward, apply now and become part of a community that cares about your success.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday

Generous pension

Free bus travel for you and a companion

Discounts on high street brands

Job security

Career development opportunities

Community events and social clubs

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid PCV Licence for over a year.
• Experience in driving large vehicles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive buses safely and efficiently while providing excellent customer service.
• Ensure compliance with all traffic regulations and company policies.

Skills

PCV Licence

Driving Skills

Job description

Salary

Starting rate is £12.52 per hour during training, increasing to £15.01 per hour on completion of training. (PCV Licence must have been held for more than 1 year)

Ready to take the wheel?

Join the UK's Number 1 bus company today.

We are looking for qualified bus drivers and PCV holders to join our team immediately.

Ready to take the wheel? Apply now, it takes less than 90 seconds.

5 Reasons to Join The Stagecoach Team

1. Get Rewarded For a Job You Love. Being well rewarded for a job you enjoy is a great feeling. With Stagecoach, you’ll receive a competitive salary, a generous pension, and the financial security that comes with working for an established company. Plus, with opportunities to earn more money for working overtime and unsocial hours, you can increase your pay packet whenever you need.
2. Perks From Day One As soon as you join Stagecoach, you’ll receive a great range of benefits and perks on top of your salary. These include discounts on high street brands, restaurants, hotels, days out, and cinema visits. You’ll also get a minimum of 28 days paid holiday, a generous pension, and free Stagecoach bus travel for you and a companion.
3. Job Security For Life A job with Stagecoach is a job for life. And our drivers say they love the reliability and structure that comes with their role. Job security has never felt more important, and Stagecoach will give you the peace of mind that comes with well-paid employment. We’ll give you confidence in your career and stability to plan your future.
4. Start A Career, Not A Job From driver, to controller, to management - seeing our colleagues rise through the ranks always makes us proud. If it’s what you’re looking for, Stagecoach will support your career development to help you challenge yourself, earn more money, and achieve your goals.
5. Become Part of a Community Nothing beats walking into work and being surrounded by great friends, supportive colleagues, and happy passengers. This is what the Stagecoach community feels like. And whether you’re at the bus depot or out on the open road, you’ll be around people who want you to succeed. Plus with sports teams to quiz nights, social clubs to charity work, you’ll have endless opportunities to make lifelong friendships and have fun.

How To Apply

Applying is easy and won’t take more than 90 seconds. Simply apply online, we’ll ask you to come in for an interview and to see the bus depot, and that’s it!

Your Salary

Typical earnings of £12.52 per hour during training, increasing to £15.01 per hour on completion of training. (PCV Licence must have been held for more than 1 year)

Guaranteed 37 minimum hours with overtime if you wish to increase your earnings. Different shift patterns are also available so that you can fit work around your commitments.

Location

Walkergate Depot

Our Culture

Stagecoach is made up of a diverse community of people who support and empower each other, creating a culture of inclusivity and respect. We believe that diversity not only enriches our company culture but also makes us stronger and more innovative as a team. We welcome applications from everyone and can’t wait for you to join the Stagecoach team!

Stagecoach workplace culture is one where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences our people bring to the business are celebrated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of background, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age.

Location:

Stagecoach Walkergate Depot, Shields Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 2DY