Trainee Bus Driver

118 Fife Scottish Omnibuses Limited; Methil; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

34 days holiday

Free travel for you and a companion

Discounts

Job summary

Stagecoach Aberhill Depot in Methil is seeking trainee Bus Drivers. Training is paid, you will gain a PCV licence, and after training you earn £14.72 per hour rising to £16.22 with overtime at £19.00. Expect a 42-hour week with earnings around £32,148 when fully qualified.

No prior experience required; join a team moving communities, with training costs covered and a clear path to a rewarding driving career across the UK.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ and hold a UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• No experience required; full PCV licence training provided.
• Willing to learn and deliver excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Complete our industry-leading training to secure your PCV licence.
• Drive our fleet safely and confidently once trained.
• Deliver great customer service and ensure passengers have a positive journey.
• Create a welcoming environment and assist passengers of all ages.
• Work flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Skills

Driving

Customer service

Training

Job description

Salary £14.72 per hour increasing to £16.22 per hour, overtime rate of £19.00 per hour Trainee Bus Driver Your new career starts here at Stagecoach, no experience needed Earn while you learn, we provide fully paid training to help you gain your PCV licence

Based At our Aberhill depot, located at Methil, Fife Pay rate during training of £13.45 per hour (training will last 6 – 8 weeks) Pay rate of £14.72 after training for the first 12 months then rises to £16.22 per hour, Overtime rate of £19.00 per hour. Annual earnings of £32,148 following completion of training based on 42 hours per week as a qualified Bus Driver Shift patterns of Day shift, Middle Shifts and Late shifts, working any 5 days over 7

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 friendly, safety-conscious people to join our team at our Aberhill depot. No experience driving a bus? No problem! We’ll pay you to train, cover the cost of your PCV licence, and equip you with everything you need to not only succeed but flourish on the road. All we ask for is a great attitude to learning, a genuine desire to make a positive difference to people’ s daily lives, a passion for exceptional customer experience and a full UK driving licence.

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 depot At our Aberhill depot, we operate a fleet of 77 buses covering the areas of Fife, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Dundee with a team of 160 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?

We’ll cover all your training costs, so you earn while you learn Competitive hourly rates, plus opportunities for overtime Great career opportunities growing into 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, 34 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion and a wide range of discounts

What will you be doing?

• Completing our industry leading training, securing your PCV licence followed by ongoing CPC training and professional development
• 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 driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points
• Right to work in the UK (You will need to have been in the UK for a minimum of 183 days as a part of DVLA requirement)
• 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?

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.

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 Aberhill Depot Methilhaven Road, Methil Leven KY8 3LA

Welcome to Stagecoach, the UK’s #1 bus company. If you’re ready to join our team, simply fill out an application via a PC or mobile device, and a member of our Recruitment team will be in touch to inform you of next steps. 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.