Qualified PCV Driver

Stagecoach Group plc; North East; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport company in the North East is seeking experienced drivers to join their team. You will be responsible for driving an electric bus fleet and providing excellent customer service to passengers. Candidates must be 18+ with a valid PCV licence. The role offers competitive pay, ongoing training, and a supportive work environment, with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Ongoing training with CPC renewal costs covered

Competitive hourly rates and overtime opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

20 days holiday

Free travel for you and a companion

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Driving our fleet safely, smoothly, and with confidence.
• Delivering top-notch customer service to people of all ages and backgrounds.
• Working flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Skills

Positive attitude

Customer service

Safe driving

Team player

Education

PCV licence

Job description

Salary

Typical earnings of £15.45 (£13:48 whilst in training). Pay rate during training: £13:48 per hour. Annual earnings of £29,700 based on 37 hours per week (typical annualised earnings with overtime £35,800).

Various 4/5 day shift patterns available.

Overview

Stagecoach Stockton depot is seeking experienced, friendly and safety-conscious drivers to join our team. We operate a full fleet of electric buses covering Teesside with a team of 171 drivers. This role is based at our Stockton depot, located at Portrack Lane.

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 focused on sustainable, clean energy vehicles
• Benefits including pension, 20 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, and a wide range of discounts

What will you be doing?

• Driving our fleet safely, smoothly, and with confidence
• Delivering top-notch customer service to people of all ages and backgrounds
• Creating a welcoming environment where customers feel respected, cared for, and looked after
• 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
• A positive, friendly attitude and a passion for delivering great customer service
• A willingness to learn and be part of a brilliant team
• Recruitment process: short application (about 3–4 minutes) followed by an interview assessing experience and behaviours

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 have networks to ensure everyone feels valued and included, along with a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme to support health and wellbeing.

Location

Stagecoach Stockton Depot, Church Road, Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 2HW

Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age. We also live by our values: Plan for the future, Do the right thing, We are stronger together, We are down to earth, We support communities.