Coach Driver

First Bus; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed rest-day rosters

Overtime £3/hr

28 holiday days

Healthcare Cashback

Pension scheme

Free uniform

Paid CPC training

Free/discount travel

Duty Free discounts

Christmas voucher

Employee helpline

Cycle to work

Job summary

Aircoach, part of FirstGroup plc, is recruiting Experienced Coach Drivers in Belfast. You will operate services between Belfast City and Dublin Airport, delivering a safe and comfortable travel experience for passengers on a varied rota.

The role is full-time, 39 hours per week over 4 days, including mornings, evenings, overnights and weekends. A professional, customer-focused approach is essential, with a valid PCV (D) licence, CPC and tachograph cards, and fluent English.

Qualifications

• Full PCV (D) driving licence.
• Valid CPC and tachograph cards.
• Fluent English required (level C2 preferred).
• Professional driver with excellent customer service.
• Willing to work early mornings, evenings, overnights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate coach services between Belfast City and Dublin Airport.
• Provide safe, comfortable passenger experience.
• Adhere to schedules and road safety standards.
• Maintain professional conduct and vehicle cleanliness.

Skills

Professional Driver

Excellent Customer Service

Fluent English (C2)

Full PCV D Licence

CPC Card

Tachograph Card

Flexible Shifts

Driving Experience 12+ months

Age 18+

Job description

Experienced Coach Driver

Location: Belfast

Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £16.07 per hour, increasing to £17.68 per hour after 6 months

Hours:39 hours per week over 4 days, including mornings, evenings, overnight and weekends
Rosters:Fixed shifts available

Join Aircoach

Aircoach is Ireland's leading private bus and coach operator, providing reliable and comfortable travel across some of the country's busiest routes.

We operate six key routes connecting Dublin Airport with Dublin City Centre and surrounding areas, alongside express services to Cork, Belfast, Belfast International Airport and Derry/Londonderry.

As part of FirstGroup plc, one of the world's largest surface transportation companies, we're proud to connect people safely, reliably and comfortably every day.

About the role

We're looking for Professional Coach Drivers to join our Belfast team.

This is much more than a driving role. As an Aircoach driver, you'll play an important part in helping passengers get where they need to be - whether they're travelling for business, heading off on holiday or simply making their daily journey.

You'll operate services between Belfast City and Dublin Airport, providing passengers with a safe, comfortable and welcoming experience throughout their journey.

You'll enjoy the independence of being on the road while also becoming part of a friendly, supportive team. With every journey bringing new passengers and experiences, no two days are quite the same.

What we're looking for:

• Professional drivers who take pride in delivering excellent customer service
• Full PCV (D) driving licence
• Valid CPC card
• Valid tachograph card
• Fluent English - C2 level preferred
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• A safe, responsible and professional approach to driving
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including early mornings, evenings, overnight and weekends
• Minimum age of 18
• 12+ months' driving experience preferred

What we offer

We believe our people are at the heart of our success, which is why we offer a range of benefits designed to support you both at work and outside of work.

• Fixed rest-day rosters to support a better work-life balance
• £3 per hour overtime rate
• 28 days' holiday per year, including bank holidays
• Healthcare Cashback Plan
• Pension Scheme
• Free uniform
• Paid CPC training
• Free or heavily discounted travel on Aircoach and First Bus UK services
• Discounts at The Loop, Dublin Airport Duty Free
• Christmas voucher
• Employee Assistance Programme with confidential 24/7 support
• Cycle to Work Scheme

We believe in building an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. Your wellbeing matters to us - both physical and mental, and we offer various health initiatives and round-the-clock support through our Employee Assistance Programme.

Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process. Please note, having a criminal record will not automatically prevent you from working with Aircoach. Any information will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Join the Aircoach team and help keep Ireland moving