Trainee Bus Driver - Inverness

121 Bluebird Buses Limited; Inverness; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Training paid

Career progression

Pension and holidays

Free travel for you and a companion

Sustainable vehicles

Job summary

Stagecoach Inverness is looking for enthusiastic drivers to join our team at the Inverness depot. You will complete fully paid training to gain your PCV licence, with weekly earnings of £613 and overtime opportunities.

The role is based at 1Seafield Road, Inverness, IV11SG, with a training period of 6–8 weeks at a rate of £14.60 per hour. After qualification you can expect steady shifts, a focus on customer service and progression into roles such as inspector or controller.

Qualifications

• Be 18 years old and hold a driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Right to work in the UK (DVLA requirement: must have been in the UK for at least 183 days).
• Patient, safe and courteous approach to driving.
• Positive, friendly attitude and passion for delivering great customer service.

Responsibilities

• Drive our fleet safely, smoothly and with confidence.
• Deliver top‑notch customer service, helping people of all ages and backgrounds.
• Create a welcoming environment where customers feel respected, cared for and looked after, especially those who rely on us most.
• Work flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Job description

About the Role

Salary: Weekly earnings of £613 with opportunities for overtime. Typical annualised salary of £31,886. 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 Inverness depot at 1Seafield Road, IV11SG. Pay rate during training of £14.60 per hour (training lasts 6–8 weeks). Annual earnings of £31,886 following completion of training based on 42 hours per week as a qualified bus driver. Overtime rate of £16.50 per hour. Shift patterns of early, midday, late and split.

Responsibilities

• Complete our industry‑leading training, secure your PCV licence followed by ongoing CPC training and professional development.
• Drive our fleet safely, smoothly and with confidence.
• Ensure every customer has a great journey.
• Deliver top‑notch customer service, helping people of all ages and backgrounds.
• Create a welcoming environment where customers feel respected, cared for and looked after, especially those who rely on us most.
• Work flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Requirements

• Be 18years old and hold a driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Right to work in the UK (must have been in the UK for a minimum of 183days as part of DVLA requirement).
• Patient, safe and courteous approach to driving.
• Positive, friendly attitude and passion for delivering great customer service.
• Willingness to learn and be part of a brilliant team.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rates plus opportunities for overtime.
• Cover all training costs and PCV licence fees.
• Career progression into roles such as inspector, controller, instructor, leadership and cross‑functional opportunities across the UK.
• Pension, 33days holiday, free travel for you and a companion and a wide range of discounts.
• Stable future focused on sustainable, clean‑energy vehicles.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer. 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: We plan for the future, we do the right thing, we are stronger together, we are down to earth, and we support communities.

Location

Inverness Depot, 1Seafield Road, Inverness, IV11SG.