Lead Driver

Stagecoach Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national transport operator seeks a Lead Driver at their Arbroath depot. The role involves supporting daily bus services, supervising drivers, and managing operational tasks. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills, knowledge of bus operations, and excellent communication abilities. A commitment to safety and professionalism is essential, along with IT literacy in operational tools. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to a greener, smarter transport system.

Benefits

Inclusive work culture

Opportunity for community engagement

Qualifications

• Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• Self-motivated with a positive approach to change.
• Excellent customer focus.

Responsibilities

• Work effectively within the Operations Team to support daily bus services.
• Supervise driver attendance, punctuality, and appearance.
• Oversee vehicle allocation and daily runout of services.
• Carry out driver spot checks and ensure policy compliance.
• Manage cash machines, lost property, mileage records, and incident logs.

Skills

Strong leadership and team coordination skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

High attention to detail and operational awareness

Sound knowledge of bus operations and relevant regulations

Commitment to customer service, safety, and professionalism

Excellent planning and prioritising skills

Education

Qualified first aider or a desire to become one

Tools

IT literacy, especially in operational tools such as Grampian

Job description

Lead Driver page is loaded## Lead Driverlocations: Arbroath: Forfartime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR11743**Salary**.**What you’ll be doing:**Work effectively within the Operations Team to support daily bus services.Foster cooperation between Traffic, Engineering, and other depots.Supervise driver attendance, punctuality, and appearance.Open and secure the depot at the start or end of shifts.Lead by example through professional conduct and presentation.Oversee vehicle allocation and daily runout of services.Ensure cost-effective duty coverage using systems like Grampian.Monitor service performance and address early/late running.Carry out driver spot checks and ensure policy compliance.Administer drug and alcohol tests as required.Manage cash machines, lost property, mileage records, and incident logs.Respond to operational issues and assist with customer complaints.Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.Report driver conduct issues and support disciplinary processes.Undertake driving duties and assist with administration as needed.**What you’ll bring:**Strong leadership and team coordination skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal abilitiesHigh attention to detail and operational awarenessSound knowledge of bus operations and relevant regulationsQualified first aider or a desire to become oneIT literacy, especially in operational tools such as GrampianCommitment to customer service, safety, and professionalismAbility to remain calm under pressure and manage competing prioritiesExcellent planning and prioritising skillsSelf-motivated with a positive approach to changeExcellent customer focusApply today and be part of something brilliant. 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 Arbroath Depot Elliot Industrial Estate, Peasiehill Rd Arbroath DD11 2NJFounded 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.