Ember
Ember is recruiting Intercity Bus and Coach Drivers to join its new Inverness team as it expands its fully electric, zero emission coach network across Scotland.
This is an opportunity to be part of a growing, forward thinking transport company that is redefining long distance travel, customer experience, and environmental impact.
Various start dates are available from October 2025.
The role
As an Intercity Driver, you will be the face of Ember for passengers, delivering safe, smooth, and welcoming journeys across Scotland.
You will operate state of the art electric coaches, providing excellent customer service and acting as the main point of contact for passengers during their journey.
You will support passengers with luggage, maintain a clean and comfortable coach environment, and respond to customer queries with a positive, solution focused approach.
You will use Ember’s in house technology systems to support the customer experience and day to day operations.
As part of a close knit Inverness based team, you will be trusted to work independently, show initiative, and contribute ideas as the operation continues to grow.
Hours and working pattern
Ember operates a 24 hour, seven day service.
You will rotate across early, late, and night shifts, with five weeks’ notice of rotas provided wherever possible.
Overtime opportunities are regularly available.
Pay and progression
Starting rate £15.00 per hour with a guaranteed 40 hours per week, equivalent to £31,200 per year.
After one year, hourly rate increases to £15.80, equivalent to £32,864 per year.
Drivers who become Ember Ambassadors can earn £16.40 per hour, equivalent to £34,112 per year.
Relief contracts are also available at £16.81 per hour.
Overtime rates start at £18.00 per hour and can rise to double the base rate for short notice shifts.
A £1,000 sign on bonus is payable after six months.
Relocation support may be available for drivers moving to work at the Inverness hub.
Benefits
28 days paid annual leave.
Flexible annual leave, allowing you to request your own holiday dates.
Up to 10 days unpaid leave.
20 days paid leave for sickness, jury duty, parental leave, or other unplanned absence.
Free CPC renewal for full time and part time drivers.
Clear progression paths within a fast growing company.
Referral scheme for recommending other drivers.
Friendly, supportive company culture.
A meaningful environmental impact through zero emission travel.
What you need
Full PCV licence, Category D minimum.
Up to date CPC and digital tachograph card, or the ability to obtain these quickly.
High standards of driving with a strong commitment to safety.
Flexibility to work a rotating shift pattern.
A professional, customer focused approach.
How to apply
This role is being recruited directly by Ember.
To apply, click here and complete your application on the Ember careers website