Qualified Bus Driver

Stagecoach Group; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free bus travel

Pension

28 days holiday

Overtime pay

Job summary

Stagecoach Group in Portsmouth is seeking qualified bus drivers with a PCV licence to join the team. The role offers day and weekend shifts with a guaranteed minimum hour contract and the potential for overtime.

Enjoy a pension, holiday entitlement, and free Stagecoach travel for you and a companion. Typical earnings start at £16 per hour for weekdays and £17 per hour on weekends after the qualifying period, with opportunities to increase earnings through overtime.

Qualifications

• Must hold a PCV licence and be safety conscious.
• Proven commitment to high levels of customer service.
• Strong driving skills with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Drive buses to timetable and route requirements in Portsmouth.
• Ensure passenger safety and provide helpful information and assistance.
• Carry out routine vehicle checks and report defects in a timely manner.

Skills

PCV holder

Safety oriented

Customer service

Job description

## Qualified Bus DriverApplylocations: Portsmouthtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR12928**Salary**£16.00- Monday to Friday £17.00- Saturday and Sunday (After Qualifying Period)**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.**4 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 cinemas 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. 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.**4. 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 £16.00 per hour Mon to Fri, Sat & Sun £17.00 per hourGuaranteed 39 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***Portsmouth Depot*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.**Location:**Stagecoach Portsmouth Depot Walton Road, Farlington, Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 1TU### Start Your Career With StagecoachWelcome 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.### Who We AreEvery day we help millions of passengers get to the people and places that matter to them, connecting the communities we are proud to serve.### About UsFounded 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.