Job Vacancy: Training and Support Specialist - York

26/05/2026

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Job Description: Training & Support Specialist in Transport Management Software
Location: York, UK
Company: Distinctive Systems Ltd

Due to continued business growth, we are seeking a Training & Support Specialist to join our team at our UK head office in York.

This is an office-based role, with most training delivered either remotely or face-to-face from our dedicated training facilities in York. You will work closely with operators to onboard new customers, deliver engaging training programmes, resolve user queries and help clients get maximum value from our software.

About the Role

In this role you will:

  • Deliver comprehensive online and in-person training for our software systems
  • Lead classroom-based training sessions for new and existing clients
  • Provide day-to-day support to users
  • Play a key role in helping clients make the most of our software solutions

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

  • Has hands-on operational experience within the coach, bus or passenger transport industry and understands the challenges faced by operators
  • Possesses solid IT skills and the ability to quickly learn new software
  • Demonstrates excellent communication and presentation abilities
  • Can work independently and manage multiple responsibilities
  • Experience of Distinctive Systems products, including Coach Manager, Tour Booking System or Vehicle Maintenance System would be advantageous but is not essential as full training will be provided

Why Join Distinctive Systems?

You'll be joining a well-established, growing software company with an outstanding reputation in the passenger transport industry. This role offers the opportunity to use your industry knowledge to help operators improve their businesses while developing your own expertise in software training and customer support.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Company pension scheme
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Private healthcare
  • A supportive team environment
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Free on-site parking

About Distinctive Systems

Distinctive Systems is the global leader in transport management software for coach, bus and tour operators. Established for over 40 years, we support more than 2,600 customers worldwide from offices in the UK, USA and Australia.

This role would suit an experienced coach, bus or passenger transport professional looking to apply their operational knowledge in a software training and customer support environment. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: Office-based, York
Pay: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

To apply please send a covering email and full CV to recruitment@distinctive-systems.com.

 

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