Qualified Coach Driver - Aberdeen with £2500 joining bonus

Stagecoach Group plc; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport company in Aberdeen is seeking a professional coach driver to deliver excellent customer service and maintain safety on scheduled routes. This position offers competitive earnings, training, and career advancement opportunities in a supportive work environment. Applicants must hold a valid PCV licence and demonstrate a passion for customer service.

Benefits

Ongoing training and CPC renewal cost coverage

Competitive hourly rates with overtime

33 days holiday

Free travel for the employee and a companion

Range of discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Commitment to a high-quality customer experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive coach fleet safely and confidently.
• Provide high-quality customer service.
• Deliver a welcoming environment for passengers.

Skills

Customer service skills

Calm and patient attitude

Ability to work flexible shifts

Education

Valid PCV licence

Valid Tachograph Card

Job description

Salary and Joining Bonus

Salary

Weekly earnings of £630 with opportunities for overtime. Typical annualized salary of £32,760.

Joining Bonus

£2,500 joining bonus, paid as follows:

• £500 after completion of 1 month
• £500 after completion of 3 months
• £500 after completion of 6 months
• £500 after completion of 9 months
• £500 after completion of 12 months

Note: Salary and joining bonus figures may be subject to terms and conditions.

What you’ll be doing

• Driving our coach fleet safely and confidently on scheduled and private routes
• Providing a high-quality experience for customers on longer-distance travel
• Delivering top-notch customer service, assisting with luggage, route queries, and onboard comfort
• Creating a welcoming environment where passengers feel supported and respected
• Working flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and overnights where required

What you need to apply

• You need to be 18 years old and hold a valid PCV licence
• Hold a valid Tachograph Card
• Right to work in the UK
• A calm, patient and courteous approach to longer-distance driving
• A positive, professional attitude and a genuine passion for customer service
• Willingness to be part of a brilliant, dedicated coach team

Our working environment and location

We offer a welcoming and inclusive work environment across Stagecoach, with support networks and an Employee Assistance Programme to support health and wellbeing. Our Aberdeen depot operates a fleet of high-specification coaches serving routes across Scotland.

Location: Aberdeen Depot, Guild Street, Aberdeen, AB11 6NA, and Stagecoach Aberdeen Depot, 1 Hillview Road, East Tullos Industrial Estate, Aberdeen AB12 3HB.

Why choose Stagecoach?

• Ongoing training with CPC renewal costs covered
• Competitive hourly rates, plus overtime and overnight premiums
• Career opportunities growing into roles such as Operations Supervisor, Controller, Instructor, and leadership positions
• A permanent, stable career with a focus on clean, sustainable transport
• Benefits including pension, 33 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, and a wide range of discounts

What will you be doing? (additional benefits)

Based on a 42 hour working week with earnings of £32,760 per year and an overtime rate of £17.00 per hour.

What do you need to apply? (summary)

• You must be 18+ with a valid PCV licence
• Right to work in the UK
• A calm, professional attitude and commitment to customer service
• Recruitment process: short application (3–4 minutes) followed by an interview assessing experience and behaviours

Ready to take the driver’s seat?

Click apply now to start your Stagecoach journey. We look forward to welcoming you on board.

Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, welcoming applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age. We live by our values: plan for the future, do the right thing, we are stronger together, we are down to earth, and we support communities.

Location: Aberdeen Depot, Guild Street, Aberdeen, AB11 6NA. Stagecoach is an inclusive employer and we value the unique contributions of every applicant.