Stagecoach South hosting Women's Open Day at depot

Stagecoach South operations director Carol Sim. <i>(Image: Stagecoach South)</i>
Stagecoach South operations director Carol Sim. (Image: Stagecoach South)
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Women are being offered the chance to explore career opportunities in the bus industry at an open day.

Stagecoach South is inviting women from its eight depots to the Women's Open Day at the Portsmouth depot in Walton Road, Drayton, Portsmouth.

The event, happening on Sunday, September 6, will allow attendees to meet current Stagecoach employees, hear about their experiences and learn about balancing work and family commitments.

Stagecoach South operations director Carol Sim. (Image: Stagecoach South)

A highlight of the day will be the opportunity for attendees to try driving a bus, with the support of driving instructors.

Visitors can also speak directly to women working in various roles within Stagecoach South, including those who have advanced their careers within the company.

The event, hosted by Stagecoach South operations director Carol Sim, aims to show the different career paths available in the bus industry.

Ms Sim, who started as a bus driver, said: "We want women who come along to see that there is a place for them in our industry, whether they are looking to become a driver or are interested in the many other career paths available.

"We also want to be honest about what it is like to balance work and family life, and give people the opportunity to hear directly from women who are already doing it."

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