Bus Éireann, Ireland’s largest public transport company, is recruiting Full Time D Licence Bus Drivers nationwide for 2026. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, public-facing organisation where safety, customer service, and sustainability are central to daily operations. As a professional driver, you will play a vital role in connecting communities across Ireland.
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Key Responsibilities
• Operate Bus Éireann vehicles safely and in compliance with road traffic legislation
• Deliver excellent customer service to passengers at all times
• Adhere to company health, safety, and operational procedures
• Maintain punctuality and reliability across scheduled routes
• Assist passengers, including those with additional accessibility needs
• Represent Bus Éireann professionally as an ambassador for public transport
• Participate in ongoing training and route familiarisation programmes
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Full, valid D Category driving licence
• Held a full Category B licence for a minimum of 2 years with no endorsements
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• High standards of safety awareness and professionalism
• Flexibility to work rostered hours across a 39-hour working week
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Weekly pay ranging from €829.09 to €959.87
• Annual salary between €43,250.71 and €50,073.42
• 39-hour working week
• Pension scheme
• Comprehensive paid training (vehicles, routes, customer care, health & safety)
• Bike to Work Scheme
• GP scheme
• Reduced travel fares across the Bus Éireann network
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellness and work-life balance initiatives
• Educational and career development supports
Location & Employer Information
These roles are available nationwide across multiple Bus Éireann depots including Athlone, Ballina, Cavan, Cork, Donegal (Stranorlar), Dublin, Galway, Limerick, and Sligo. Bus Éireann is Ireland’s national bus company, operating city, commuter, and regional services, and is committed to sustainability and public service excellence.
Bus Éireann is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
Application Details
Apply online via the official Bus Éireann careers portal
Last Day to Apply: 31 December 2026 at 23:59
For queries, contact: [email protected]
