Jobs in Ireland: Bus Éireann Driver Open Days Announced
Jobs in Ireland: Bus Éireann is hiring bus drivers and mechanics at an open evening in Limerick on 11 November and an open day in Cork on 9 December.
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- Bus Éireann will hold a recruitment open evening at Roxboro Depot, Limerick, on 11 November 2026 from 5pm to 8pm.
- A second open day follows at Kinsale Road, Cork, on 9 December 2026 from 10am to 2pm.
- The company is recruiting professional bus drivers and heavy vehicle mechanics.
- Candidates can do driving and written tests and an interview on the day, with a chance to be fast-tracked.
| Country | Europe |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bus Éireann |
| Official source | Bus Éireann Careers – Recruitment open days ✓ careers.buseireann.ie |
Looking for jobs in Ireland that you can land in a single day? Bus Éireann, the national bus and coach operator, has announced two new recruitment events for professional bus drivers and heavy vehicle mechanics. The first is an open evening in Limerick on Wednesday 11 November 2026, followed by an open day in Cork on Wednesday 9 December, according to the company's official careers site.
At both events, candidates can go through the main hiring steps on the spot, and strong applicants may be fast-tracked.
Event dates
| Event | Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open evening | Wednesday 11 November 2026 | 5pm – 8pm | Roxboro Depot, Limerick (V94 EK65) |
| Open day | Wednesday 9 December 2026 | 10am – 2pm | Kinsale Road, Cork (T12 DN29) |
Bus Éireann says more details for each date will be released closer to the time.
Which jobs are on offer
- Professional bus drivers – for people who already hold a category D licence
- Trainee drivers – Bus Éireann runs a training programme for people with a car (B) licence, helping them upgrade to a full bus licence
- Heavy vehicle mechanics – to maintain the fleet in its depots
The company runs a fleet of about 1,150 buses and coaches from 16 depots, serving around 225 routes across Ireland. Pay rates were not listed on the open day page.
What happens on the day
- Driving assessment
- Written assessment
- Interview
Candidates who are successful are then given a medical appointment. Bring your driving licence and photo ID.
Can foreigners apply?
You need the right to work in Ireland. EU and EEA citizens can apply freely. People from outside the EU need a valid permission to work. If your driving licence was issued abroad, check with the Irish licensing authorities whether it can be exchanged for an Irish one before you apply.
How to apply
See the official Bus Éireann open days page for updates, and browse the drivers' vacancies on the same careers site. Questions can be sent to recruitment@buseireann.ie.
What it means for job seekers
- No bus licence? You can still start. The B-licence training route is a strong option for career changers.
- Same-day progress. Doing all the tests in one visit saves weeks of waiting.
- Mechanics are needed too, so heavy vehicle technicians should attend.
- Stable public transport work with regular hours and routes across the country.
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Frequently asked questions
When are the Bus Éireann recruitment open days?
Limerick (Roxboro Depot) on 11 November 2026, 5pm–8pm, and Cork (Kinsale Road) on 9 December 2026, 10am–2pm.
Do I need a bus licence to apply?
Not always. Bus Éireann runs a driver training programme where the minimum requirement is a car (B) licence.
What happens at the open day?
Candidates take a driving assessment, a written assessment and an interview. Those who pass are booked for a medical.
How do I contact Bus Éireann recruitment?
Through the official Bus Éireann careers website or by email at recruitment@buseireann.ie.
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