Sometimes travel is simply about getting from A to B: the mechanics of our morning commute or a shopping expedition.
More often, however, it’s much more important.
It’s the trip we make to see our family or friends in a distant city. It’s the beginning of a dream holiday. It’s the luxury ‘limo’ that takes our excited party to an eagerly anticipated concert.
Sometimes travel is even an adventure in itself yet involves nothing more than sitting back, enjoying the ride and taking in the scenery.
For all of these journeys, you can rely on Stagecoach to offer a travel experience that’s second to none.
And that’s why Stagecoach is recognised as one of the best bus and coach operators in the UK.
Of course, this would not be possible without the dedicated workers who ensure everything goes to plan every day.
A taskforce of no fewer than 20,000 people at more than 100 locations nationwide take care of business for Stagecoach.
These roles range from the people we see behind the wheel to the teams working behind the scenes to ensure the super-smooth running and safety of the vehicles.
Would you like to join this incredible team?
Well, if you’re a fully qualified PCV licence holder, Stagecoach has bus driver roles for you all across Scotland.
This dynamic company is looking for friendly, flexible and reliable drivers, who enjoy meeting people, working on their own initiative and love being part of a friendly and dedicated team.
All that’s required is that you’ve held a full UK driving licence for at least two years and can supply references from previous employers.
Endorsements on your licence will be taken into consideration and candidates must complete a driving theory test, a medical and Disclosure Scotland screening.
Don’t worry if you’re looking to change career but don’t have experience – Stagecoach can provide training for successful applicants to gain a PCV licence.
It’s an ability to deal with the public and a flexible attitude that are essential and preference will be given to those who can demonstrate a high degree of customer service skills.
After all, drivers play a key role in the operation of Stagecoach’s network of services – engaging with customers and making sure they enjoy a safe, pleasant and comfortable journey, which is incredibly important.
Engineering vacancies, meanwhile, include Assistant Engineering Manager at Stagecoach’s Cumbernauld Depot, a Depot Foreman based at Elgin and vacancies for mechanics and shift fitters right across Scotland.
Engineers are the people who maintain Stagecoach’s fleet of buses and coaches. They work at many UK locations and are critical to the reliable and safe operation of services for their customers.
These are skilled roles and candidates will need to be time-served and hold the relevant engineering qualifications.
Above all, Stagecoach believes in helping its people develop skills and rewarding them for their performance.
So, if you wish to further your career, Stagecoach is the place to be, with sector-leading training, personal development programmes and opportunities to develop your career.
As well as the satisfaction of helping customers, there is a rewarding package of benefits for successful candidates.
These include competitive salaries, which are among the best in the public transport sector and pension plan. There is also free or discounted bus travel.
If you’d like to become a driving force in a company that takes people places, check out the current vacancies with Stagecoach right here on s1jobs.