Qualified Bus Driver - Aviemore

121 Bluebird Buses Limited; Aviemore; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPC renewal

Overtime opportunities

33 days holiday

Free travel for you and a companion

Pension

Job summary

Stagecoach Inverness Depot is hiring experienced bus drivers to join our team in Aviemore and surrounding Highlands areas. You will drive our fleet safely, ensuring a great journey for every passenger and delivering excellent customer service as a friendly face on the journey.

We offer early, mid, late and split shifts with overtime opportunities. A PCV licence and right to work in the UK are required, with a supportive environment and opportunities for progression across the UK.

Qualifications

• Must hold a PCV licence.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Patient, safe and courteous driving.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

PCV licence

Right to work in UK

Customer service

Job description

Salary and Pay

Weekly earnings of £613* with opportunities for overtime. Typical annualized salary of £31,886* £2000 joining bonus**

Pay rate of £14.60 per hour. Overtime rate of £16.50 per hour.

Annual earnings of £31,886 based on 42 hours per week.

Shift patterns: early mid, late and split.

Location: Stagecoach Aviemore Depot Myrtlefield Industrial Estate Aviemore PH22 1SB

Job Overview

Looking for a job with real purpose? 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. We are looking for experienced, friendly and safety-conscious people to join our team at our Inverness depot. We value your experience as a Qualified Driver and can offer a truly supportive environment where you can grow.

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 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 Inverness Depot

At our Inverness depot, we cover the areas of Highlands, Moray and Grampian with a team of 21 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.

Benefits & Opportunities

• 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 focused on sustainable, clean energy vehicles.
• Pension.
• 33 days holiday.
• Free travel for you and a companion.
• A wide range of discounts.

What You’ll 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Equality & Diversity

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 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.

Company Overview

Founded 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. We provide extensive expertise in commercial and contracted markets, assisting national and regional governments to deliver on ambitious plans.

Our team of 26,000 employees are proud to serve our customers and be an integral part of their local communities.