Professional Bus Driver Training Programme 2026

Bus Eireann; Dublin; On-site; EUR 29,976 - 43,674; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme or PRSA pension scheme

Subsidised medical scheme

Free bus travel

Concessionary rail travel

Job summary

A leading bus company in Ireland is seeking candidates for their Professional Bus Driver Training Programme. Candidates must hold a valid Irish driving licence (Category B or C) for at least 2 years and a CPC Bus Case Study sheet. The training includes allowances while obtaining the Full D Class Licence, with subsequent salaries increasing up to €959.87. This position requires excellent customer service skills and offers comprehensive benefits post-probation. Apply by December 31st, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Irish driving licence (Category B or C) for at least 2 years.
• Must have a valid Irish D Licence Learner Permit.
• Must hold a valid CPC Bus Case Study sheet issued within 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Operate buses safely and efficiently.
• Deliver quality customer service.
• Attend ongoing training and development.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Fluency in English (written and spoken)

Job description

Professional Bus Driver Training Programme

Locations:

Cork, Dublin*, Galway and Limerick.
*Dublin Area: the training will be followed in Dundalk or Drogheda.

We are recruiting candidates for Professional Bus Driving to join us in delivering a quality customer service. We are looking for people who will operate our buses safely and efficiently and who will make every effort to ensure our customers have a positive experience of Bus Eireann.

Minimum Requirements

• A valid Irish driving licence Category B (for a minimum of 2 years) or Category C with no endorsements
• A valid Irish D Licence Learner Permit
• A valid Irish CPC Bus Case Study sheet (Please note, the CPC bus case study is only valid for a period of 2 years from its date of issue).

Please note if you do not have the minimum criteria your application will not be considered.

Recruitment Process:

Applicants should have excellent interpersonal skills and fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Salary:

Allowance of €658.82 per week gross while training to obtain Full D Class Licence. This will increase to € 829.09 per week after obtaining Category D Licence and up to €959.87.

Shifts:

Upon obtaining full D Licence, Drivers will then operate scheduled services covering early/middle/late/night shifts on a 5/7 day week with rotating shifts.

Training:

Initial training is provided as well as on-going training and development (including periodic CPC).

Benefits:

On appointment following a probationary period of 12 months, (excluding initial training period) we will offer you a wide range of benefits including either a company pension scheme or a PRSA pension scheme, a subsidised medical scheme, free bus travel and concessionary rain travel.

Applications without scans of required documents (licences, CPC Case Study) will not be processed.

Shortlisting will apply.

Closing date for applications is 31st December, 2026.

If you want the chance to learn more about our Professional Bus Driver Training Programme and talk to a team member please email [e-mail]

Bus Éireann is an equal opportunities employer