North East’s largest bus company hosts careers fair with over 100 vacancies

Go North East is hosting a recruitment open day this week for new bus drivers and engineers to fill over 100 positions within its award-winning company.

The region’s largest bus company operates via a number of depots across the North East, with bus drivers based at Chester-le-Street, Consett, Gateshead, Hexham, Percy Main, Peterlee, Sunderland and Washington.

In addition to the 85 driver vacancies being advertised at the event, the company is also seeking 16 mechanical engineers who can help get its fleet of around 600 buses safely out on the road each day.

Engineering roles available include skilled fitters, skilled PCV/HGV electricians, and skilled coachbuilders, with applicants requiring a level 3 qualification in car, HGV or PCV engineering or electrical maintenance.

Stephen King, commercial director at Go North East, said: “Our dedicated workforce play a critical role in keeping the region moving, and we’re looking for more people to join our hard working teams across the North East.

“From 10am until 2pm on Sunday 6 February, we’re hosting an open day at Metrocentre Coach Park, with buses on site, for any inspiring drivers to have a go behind the wheel.

“If you fancy a change of career and have great customer service skills, our award-winning training team can teach you to drive a bus, where you’ll become part of a well-established and respected regional business that has great opportunities for progression.”

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