Dublin Bus is encouraging more women to consider a career behind the wheel as it launches a series of recruitment open days aimed at increasing the number of female bus drivers.
Women currently make up just 8% of Dublin Bus drivers, and the company hopes to boost that figure by showcasing the flexibility and benefits of the role.
Nadine Cole
The recruitment events, taking place throughout August and September, will give prospective applicants the opportunity to drive a training bus, meet current female drivers and inspectors, tour the Central Control Centre, and learn more about the recruitment process.
Both part-time and full-time positions are available.
Dublin Bus says the role is designed to suit people balancing family commitments, caring responsibilities, study or other work.
Aoife Byrne
Speaking about her experience as a part-time driver, Dublin Bus driver Wendy Ward said:
“Becoming a Dublin Bus driver has been one of the best decisions I've made. The flexibility of the part-time role allows me to balance work with my family commitments. I'd encourage any woman who is curious about a driving career to come along to an open day, meet the team and see what's possible. You don't need to have done this type of work before.”
Staff also receive benefits including a pension scheme, subsidised healthcare, paid maternity leave and access to gym facilities.
Successful applicants receive six weeks of paid training for those with a category B car licence, or four weeks for those who already hold a category D bus licence.
Leighann Delaney
Applicants must be over 21 years of age, hold a full Irish category B licence for at least two years with no endorsements, or a full category D licence, and have fluent spoken and written English.
The open days will take place on Saturday, 15 August, Saturday, 5 September, and Saturday, 26 September. Registration is available through the Dublin Bus website.
