Qualified Coach Driver - Dumfries- ***£2500 SIGN ON BONUS***

Salary

Annual earnings from £29,913 based on 39 hours per week.

Coach Driver

Dumfries

Earn £500 of Your £2,500 Joining Bonus After Just 4 Weeks with Stagecoach!

Join Stagecoach as a qualified bus driver and get your career moving with a fantastic £2,500 joining bonus! You’ll receive £500 after a 4-week qualifying period, £1,000 after 12 months, and a further £1,000 after 24 months.

Your new career starts here at Stagecoach, working for one of the UK’s leading operators

• 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 our Dumfries outstation

• Pay rate during training of £14.75 per hour

• Annual earnings between £29,913 based on 39 hours per week

• Shift patterns of early, mid and late

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 Charles Street 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 Dumfries outstation is managed by our Glasgow depot based in Charles Street

At our Dumfries outstation, we operate a fleet of 7 coaches covering the areas of Glasgow to Dumfries on the X74 service with a team of 15 drivers.

This isn’t just about driving a coach—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?

• 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, 28 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion and a wide range of discounts

Benefit Stagecoach Dumfries Typical Local Operators

Starting Pay £14.75 ❌ Starting rate £13.45

Paid Training ✅ Fully paid + licence ❌ Often unpaid/partial

Pay Increases Agreed ✅ Guaranteed ❌ Not always structured

Pension ✅ Company scheme ✅ Basic

Sick Pay ✅ From day one (above SSP)❌ Often SSP only

Free Travel ✅ Yes ❌ Limited/none

Overtime Opportunities ✅ Available ✅ Varies

Job Security ✅ Major UK operator ⚠️ Varies

Career Progression ✅ Clear pathways ⚠️ Limited

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 21 years old and have held a PCV licence longer than 1 year

• Coaching experience is preferred but not essential

• 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

Ready to take the driver’s seat?

Click apply now to start your Stagecoach journey today. 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 Dumfries Depot 8 Eastfield Road Dumfries DG1 2EQ