Qualified Bus Driver- Macduff

Stagecoach Group plc; Macduff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport provider in Scotland is seeking qualified drivers for their Macduff depot. The role requires a PCV licence and involves providing excellent customer service while ensuring safe and smooth journeys for passengers. The company offers competitive pay, training opportunities, and a positive work environment. Join a team that values inclusivity and community support.

Benefits

Pension

28 days holiday

Free travel for you and a companion

Discounts

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Patient, safe, and courteous driving approach.

Responsibilities

• Drive the fleet safely and smoothly.
• Ensure great journeys for all passengers.
• Deliver excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer service

Safe driving

Positive attitude

Education

PCV licence

Job description

Overview

Salary: Weekly earnings of £588 with opportunities for overtime. Typical annualized salary of £30,500. Your new career starts here at Stagecoach, working for one of the UK’s leading operators.

Based at our Macduff depot, located at Union Road, Macduff. Pay rate during training of £14.07 per hour. Annual earnings of £30,500 based on 39 hours per week with overtime available. Shift patterns of any 5 over 7.

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’re looking for more experienced, friendly and safety-conscious people to join our team at our Macduff depot.

We value your experience as a Qualified Driver and offer a supportive environment where you can grow. 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 health and wellbeing.

Our Macduff depot: At our Macduff depot, we operate a fleet of 48 buses covering the areas of Banff and Buchan with a team of great 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 organisation with a great future focussed on sustainable, clean energy vehicles
• Our benefits including pension, 28 days holiday, 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 passenger 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

Ready to take the driver’s seat?

Click apply now to start your Stagecoach journey today. We can’t wait to welcome you on board!

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.

Location: Stagecoach Macduff Depot Union Road Macduff AB44 1UJ