Experienced Coach Driver
Location: Derry/Londonderry
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £16.07 per hour, increasing to £17.68 per hour after 6 months
Hours: 39 hours per week over 4 days, including mornings, evenings, overnight and weekends
Rosters: Fixed shifts available
Join Aircoach
Aircoach is Ireland's leading private bus and coach operator, connecting passengers across some of the country's most important routes. Our services link Dublin Airport with Dublin City Centre and surrounding areas, as well as providing express connections to Cork, Belfast, Belfast International Airport and Derry/Londonderry.
As part of FirstGroup plc, one of the world's largest surface transportation companies, we're committed to providing safe, reliable and high-quality journeys for our customers.
About the role
We're looking for an Experienced Coach Driver to join our professional team in Derry/Londonderry. As an Aircoach driver, you'll play an important role in helping people get where they need to go — whether they're travelling for business, heading off on holiday, or making an everyday journey.
You'll be responsible for providing a safe, comfortable and friendly service on routes between Derry/Londonderry, Belfast International Airport, Dublin Airport and Dublin City.
This is a role that offers independence, variety and the opportunity to meet people from all walks of life, while being supported by a friendly and close-knit team.
What we're looking for:
- Professional drivers who take pride in delivering excellent customer service
- Full, clean PCV (D) driving licence
- Valid CPC card
- Valid tachograph card
- Fluent English — C2 level preferred
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- A safe, responsible and professional approach to driving
- Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including early mornings, evenings, overnight and weekends
- Minimum age of 18
- 12+ months' driving experience preferred
What we offer
- Fixed rest day rosters – for better work-life balance
- £3 per hour overtime rate
- 28 days holiday per year (including Bank holidays)
- Healthcare cashback plan
- Pension scheme
- Free uniform
- Paid CPC training
- Free or heavily discounted travel on Aircoach and First Bus UK services
- Discounts at “The Loop” (Dublin Airport Duty Free)
- Christmas voucher
- Employee Assistance Programme (confidential 24/7 support)
- Cycle to work scheme
We believe in building an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. Your wellbeing matters to us—both physical and mental—and we offer various health initiatives and round-the-clock support through our Employee Assistance Programme.
Ready to Apply? Join a team that values safety, support, and service. If you're ready to take the next step in your driving career, apply today and drive your future forward with Aircoach.
Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process. Please note, having a criminal record will not automatically prevent you from working with Aircoach. Any information will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Join the Aircoach team and help keep Ireland moving
