Part Time Bus Driver

Final date to receive applications: 30 October 2026

Department: Management & Admin

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: Mercure Dumfries

Compensation: £12.71 / hour

We are looking for a reliable and friendly part-time Minibus Driver to join the team at Mercure Dumfries. You will provide a safe and punctual transport service for hotel guests, helping us meet our service commitments. You will represent the hotel professionally and work closely with the management team if schedules change.

The successful candidate will hold the appropriate licence to drive the minibus, have a good driving record and be confident working independently. Previous passenger transport experience would be helpful.

The hotel is currently operating under an exclusive use agreement with the Government therefore the operations may be slightly different to that of a typical hotel. The successful candidate will need to be 21 or above and have held a category B licence for at least 2 years.

Our team are the heart and soul of all we do. Here’s what you’ll be up to:

• Driving scheduled journeys
• Assisting passengers when needed
• Completing vehicle safety checks and reporting any maintenance concerns.
• Work closely with the hotel Management Team to ensure consistent and efficient service at all times.

We live by our values – and we’d love you to bring them to life every day:

• Open
  - You’re friendly and welcoming, helping guests feel right at home.
• Nimble – You adapt quickly, handling whatever the day brings with ease.
• Brilliant
  - You take pride in the little touches that make a big difference.
• Honest
  - You’re reliable and trustworthy, building confidence through your actions.

Show up with your spark and care for others, and we’ll provide the tools for you to thrive.

When you join Splendid, you will enjoy a reward package to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and career. Here are just some of the benefits on offer:

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - confidential wellbeing support whenever you need it with 24/7 access to remote GP appointments.
• Hotel Room Discounts - stay with us or our partner hotels at special team rates including discounted rates for friends and family.
• Food & Beverage Discounts - enjoy meals and drinks at reduced prices across our hotels.
• Life Assurance - peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
• Salary Sacrifice
  - Car Scheme: our team members can enjoy the ultimate benefit of driving a brand new, full insured and maintained car for a fixed monthly amount taken from their salary.
• Stream - access your earned wages up to 50% whenever you need them giving you financial flexibility and Highstreet discounts available.
• Pension - auto enrolment into the company pension scheme.
• Learning & Development - opportunities available to progress your skills and career.