Trainee Bus Driver - Elgin

121 Bluebird Buses Limited; Elgin; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

33 days holiday

Free travel for you and a companion

Discounts

Job summary

Stagecoach in Elgin is seeking experienced, safety-conscious drivers for our Inverness depot. Earn £14.63 per hour with overtime, with annual earnings around £31,952 based on a 42-hour week. Overtime rate is offered and a modern, sustainable fleet supports your role.

Join a supportive team and access ongoing training, with benefits including a pension, 33 days holiday, and free travel for you and a companion. Apply through our recruitment team for next steps.

Qualifications

• Must hold a PCV licence (18+).
• Right to work in the UK.
• Positive, friendly attitude with a passion for delivering great customer service.

Responsibilities

• Drive the fleet safely and confidently.
• Ensure every customer has a great journey.
• Deliver top-notch customer service to people of all ages and backgrounds.

Skills

PCV licence

Customer service

Job description

Salary £14.63 per hour. OTE £32,713 (Based on typical rostered week of 43 hours) Overtime rate £16 per hour paid for hours above rostered hours. 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 Based at Elgin IV30 1XU Pay rate of £14.63 per hour Overtime rate of £17.10 per hour Annual earnings of £31,952 based on 42 hours per week 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 Inverness 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 Elgin depot

At our Inverness depot, we operate a modern fleet covering the areas of Moray, Highlands and Aberdenshire. 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.

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.

Location: Stagecoach Elgin Depot Pinefield Ind Estate, East Road Elgin IV30 1XU

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.