Qualified Bus Driver - Tain

121 Bluebird Buses Limited; Tain; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

33 days holiday

Free travel for you and a companion

Job summary

Stagecoach Tain depot is hiring drivers who will help connect communities across the Highlands. You will operate a fleet with care, ensuring customer safety and satisfaction on every trip, while embracing Stagecoach values and teamwork.

We offer training, supportive colleagues, and a pathway for progression within a leading UK transport operator. Applicants must be 18+, hold a PCV licence, and commit to flexible shifts and excellent service.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ and hold a PCV licence.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Positive attitude and commitment to delivering great customer service.
• Willingness to learn and be part of a brilliant team.

Responsibilities

• Drive our buses safely and confidently.
• Ensure every customer has a great journey.
• Deliver top-notch customer service to diverse passengers.
• Work flexible shifts including early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Skills

PCV licence

Customer service

Safety-conscious

Right to work in UK

Job description

Salary Weekly earnings of £613* with opportunities for overtime. Typical annualized salary of £31,886* £2000 joining bonus** Your new career starts here at Stagecoach, working for one of the UK’s leading operators Opportunities for progression with ongoing training Access to a modern and sustainable fleet with a supportive team & network

Pay rate of £14.60 per hour Annual earnings of £31,886 based on 42 hours per week Overtime £16.50 Shift patterns of early mid, late and split

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 Tain 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 Tain depot

At our Tain depot, we operate a fleet of 8 buses covering the areas of Highlands with a team of 25 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, 33 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 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.

*Based on a 42 hour working week. **Bonus paid as follows..... £500 after completion of 1 months service. £500 after completion of 3 months service. £500 after completion of 6 months service. £500 after completion of 9 months service.

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.

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 Tain Depot Scotsburn Road Tain IV19 1PP

Welcome to Stagecoach, the UK’s #1 bus company.

Every day we help millions of passengers get to the people and places that matter to them, connecting the communities we are proud to serve.

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. 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.