Edinburgh Tour Bus Driver

Lothian Buses Ltd.; City of Edinburgh; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Lothian Buses Ltd. is seeking qualified PCV drivers for the Edinburgh Tour Bus role. This seasonal position offers competitive pay of £15.55 per hour, excellent perks like free travel across Edinburgh, and opportunities for ongoing training and career progression. Join a renowned team in delivering a five-star visitor experience in Edinburgh.

Benefits

Free travel across Edinburgh and Lothians

Access to major attractions

Annual CPC training

Subsidised canteen

Provided bespoke uniform

Qualifications

• Full UK PCV driving licence with max 6 penalty points.
• Valid CPC card.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Knowledge of driving regulations.
• Flexibility for varied shifts, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service.
• Operate tour buses from 8 am to 8 pm daily.

Skills

Exceptional customer service

Communication skills

Excellent driving skills

Knowledge of traffic regulations

Flexibility

Job description

Edinburgh Tour Bus Driver

At Lothian, we’re immensely proud of our Bus Driving team, who consistently demonstrate why Lothian is one of the leading bus operators in the UK. That’s why our drivers are paid £15.55 per hour.

Here at Edinburgh Bus Tours, we have opportunities for qualified PCV drivers to join our award-winning team for the season, with the potential to remain permanently within the Lothian Group after the season ends.

You would be joining our five-star visitor experience in the heart of our beautiful capital city.

If you can deliver exceptional customer service and possess the skills and attributes to become part of our elite team of drivers, now is the time to hop on board.

As a qualified driver, you must have:

• A full UK PCV driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• A valid CPC card.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills – we prioritize this as our customers are our top priority!
• Excellent driving skills and knowledge of traffic regulations.
• Flexibility – our tour services operate from 8 am to 8 pm every day of the year, so shifts will include weekends and public holidays.
  

What you can expect:

• A competitive hourly rate of £15.55
• Overtime pay after a full-time week (37 hours)
• Annual paid training to maintain your Driver Qualification Card (Periodic CPC training worth over £400).
  

Perks of working with Lothian:

• Free travel across Edinburgh and the Lothians on all buses and Edinburgh Trams, plus heavily discounted travel for friends or family.
• Access to major attractions like Edinburgh Castle, Palace of Holyroodhouse, and The Royal Yacht Britannia.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, including annual CPC training for career progression.
• Subsidised canteen
• Provided bespoke uniform

If you need assistance with your application or have questions, please contact us at 0131 558 8011.