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Laura Lyne

Jobs in Ireland: Dublin Bus are holding an open day for women looking to become drivers and the salary is pretty good

Dublin Bus are looking for female drivers and are holding an open day later this month so you can experience the role.

It will be held on Saturday, 24 August and there are even more planned for later in the year.

There will be female drivers and inspectors currently working with Dublin Bus on hand to share their experience, and there will also be a chance to drive a bus.

Also taking place on the day will be a tour of the control centre, and details on the recruitment process of working for Dublin Bus.

They said: "On the day you will meet some of our current female drivers and inspectors who will share with you their experiences of working with Dublin Bus.

"You will get the opportunity to drive a bus with one of our professional driving instructors.

"We will give you a tour of our Central Control centre, and we will take you through the recruitment process for bus drivers, and the various benefits of working for Dublin Bus."

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The only criteria for attending the open day is that you must have held a a valid category B (car) licence for a minimum of two years.

The salary is also pretty good, beginning at €632.05 per week (4-day week inclusive of shift and Sunday premium) and increasing to €859.62 (5-day week inclusive of shift and Sunday premium).

You can find out more by visiting the Dublin Bus website or emailing opendays@dublinbus.ie.

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