Qualified bus driver

s1jobs; Ruthvenfield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing CPC training costs covered

Competitive hourly rates

Career progression opportunities

Pension

28 days holiday increasing to 33 after

Free travel for you and a companion

Job summary

Stagecoach Perth is seeking a Qualified PCV Bus Driver to join our Perth depot team, based at Inveralmond Industrial Estate. You will operate a modern fleet and ensure safe, friendly journeys across our network.

Starting pay is £15.60 per hour with annual earnings from £31,636 for 39 hours per week, plus overtime. Shifts are 5 days over 7, with ongoing training and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must hold a PCV licence.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Patient, safe and courteous driving approach.
• Positive, friendly attitude and passion for delivering great customer service.
• Willingness to learn and be part of a brilliant team.

Responsibilities

• Drive our PCV fleet safely and confidently.
• Provide excellent customer service to all customers.
• Assist passengers and ensure a welcoming journey.
• Be the face of Stagecoach and support customers in every journey.
• Work flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Skills

Customer service

Safety conscious

Team player

Education

PCV licence

Job description

Salary

Starting from £15.60 per hour depending on service type

Qualified PCV Bus Driver – Perth

• Your new career starts here at Stagecoach, working for one of the UK’s leading operators
• Opportunities for progression with ongoing training
• Coach work available for our Citylink and Express Network
• Access to a modern and sustainable fleet with a supportive team & network
• Based at our Perth depot, located at Inveralmond Industrial Estate
• Annual earnings starting from £31,636 based on 39 hours per week, Overtime available
• Shift patterns of 5 days over 7

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 Perth 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 Perth depot

At our Perth depot, we operate a fleet of 70 buses covering the areas of East Scotland with a team of 160 Drivers.

This isn’t just about driving a bus—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, 28 days holiday increasing to 33 days following 2 years service, 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 18 years old and hold a PCV licence
• 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

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.

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 Perth Depot Ruthvenfield Rd, Inveralmond Industrial Estate Perth PH1 3EE