Bus Driver Careers Helix

Drive your career forward

It has never been easier to start your career as a bus driver. Many operators provide 100% support to help candidates get their driving qualifications.

Being a bus driver offers a flexible work-life balance, in an environment that will support your development and allow you to achieve your potential.

Why become a bus driver?

Our regional bus services are the foundation of the transport network.

By becoming a bus driver you will not only support your local community and economy, you will also help the region transition to a Net Zero future.

Did you know?

Bus driving can be a stepping stone to other careers within bus operations:

Business / Operations Management
Marketing
Customer relations
Driver Training
Engineering
Net Zero

Come to Lothian Buses ‘Try A Bus’ Day at Longstone Depot

‘Try A Bus’ Day takes place on Saturday 8 March at Lothian’s Longstone Depot between 1000 – 1400 hrs.

On the day you’ll get the chance to:

Meet members of our team who can talk you through the recruitment process.
Get behind the wheel of a bus (accompanied by one of our trainers) and see what it’s like to drive for yourself.
Start a new career with Lothian!

As the event falls on International Women’s Day (Saturday 8 March), we’re especially keen to hear from any women who are interested in a career in bus driving.

Watch our video to hear from bus operator staff

Short Videos

These short videos provide drivers experience of the ‘Benefits of the job’, ‘Career progression opportunities’ and ‘The investment in you by the operators’.

Bus companies that operate in your area

Find a selection of local bus service companies who may be looking to train and recruit new drivers. Other private hire companies will operate in your area.