Bus Driver

Company Details Confidential; Leixlip; On-site; EUR 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Passenger Travel Solutions (PTS) is seeking experienced Bus Drivers to join our County Kildare team. You will operate buses/coaches safely, deliver excellent passenger service, and perform daily vehicle checks while maintaining high safety standards.

The role requires a minimum of 3 years driving experience in passenger transport, strong English communication, and a full driving licence with D category. Flexibility for early mornings, evenings and weekends is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years driving experience in passenger transport
• Level 4 qualification including Leaving Certificate/LCAP/LCVP
• Fluent English with strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Operate buses and coaches safely and efficiently.
• Provide exceptional customer service to passengers.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects.
• Adhere to road traffic legislation and company policies.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and presentation standards.
• Ensure passenger safety at all times.
• Complete required driving and operational records accurately.
• Represent Passenger Travel Solutions in a professional manner.

Skills

Communications

Customer Service

Flexibility

Priority Planning

Driving licence D

Education

Level 4 qualification

Job description

16 The Dale, Hazelhatch Park, Celbridge, Co. Kildare, W23 Y621

53.3329544067383;-6.53259086608887;16 The Dale , Hazelhatch Park , Celbridge , Co. Kildare , W23 Y621

Application Details

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Job Description

53.3329544067383;-6.53259086608887;16 The Dale , Hazelhatch Park , Celbridge , Co. Kildare , W23 Y621 Passenger Travel Solutions (PTS) is a leading provider of safe, reliable and professional passenger transport services throughout Ireland. Due to continued growth, we are seeking experienced and customer-focused Bus Drivers to join our team based in County Kildare. If you are passionate about delivering excellent customer service and take pride in maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate buses and coaches safely and efficiently.
• Provide exceptional customer service to passengers.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects.
• Adhere to all road traffic legislation and company policies.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and presentation standards.
• Ensure passenger safety at all times.
• Complete required driving and operational records accurately.
• Represent Passenger Travel Solutions in a professional manner.

Essential Requirements

• Excellent driving record and commitment to safety.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good knowledge of road networks and route planning.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings and weekends when required.
• Reliable, punctual and professional approach to work.

Desirable Qualifications

• Previous experience in school transport, coach tours, corporate travel or airport transfer services.
• Experience working with passenger transport management systems.
• Customer service experience.

PTS Ireland, 16 The Dale, Hazelhatch Park, Celbridge, Co. Kildare W23 Y621. Annual Remuneration: €36,605 based on a 39-hour work week.

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Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 3
• Minimum Qualification: Level 4 (incl Leaving Certificate/ Leaving Certificate Applied/ Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme)

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Communications, Customer Service
• Competency Skills: Flexibility, Priority Planning
• Specialising In: customer service, bus driving, coach driving, traffic regulations, maintenance
• Driving Licence: Full D
• Languages: English C2-Master (Fluent)