Qualified Bus Driver - Hastings Depot

Qualified Bus Driver – Hastings Depot page is loaded## Qualified Bus Driver – Hastings Depotlocations: Hastingstime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR12070**Salary**£15.52 per hour (£31,474.56 gross per annum) after a qualifying period of 6 months* 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 Hastings depot, located at Beaufort Road, Silverhill, Hastings, East Sussex, TN37 6PL* Pay rate until completion of training and probationary period (6 months) of £14.45 per hour* Annual earnings of £31,474.56 (£15.52 per hour) following completion of training and probation, based on a 39 hours per week contract as a qualified Bus Driver. Overtime also available for those who wish to top up their earnings.* Shift pattern of 4 or 5 days out of 7, including Early, Middle and Late shifts, weekends and bank holidays.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 Hastings 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 Hastings depot**At our Hastings depot, we operate a fleet of 67 buses covering the areas of Hastings, St Leonards, Bexhill and Rye (and beyond into Eastbourne and Kent!) with a team of 185 drivers.* Ongoing training with CPC renewal costs covered* Competitive hourly rates, plus opportunities for overtime* Great career opportunities growing into roles such as Inspector, Lead Driver, 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, 4 weeks holiday (increasing to 5 weeks after 5 years’ service), Bank Holidays, free travel for you and a companion and a wide range of discounts* 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* You need to be at least 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 & behavioursClick 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 Hastings Depot Beaufort Road, St. Leonards on Sea, Hastings Sussex TN37 6PLlocations: Hastingstime type: Full timeposted on: Posted TodayFounded 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr