Bus and Coach Driver

Job Ref: WES1333

Branch: West Coast Motors (Dunoon)

Location: West Coast Motors (Dunoon), Dunoon

Salary/Benefits: £14.42 per hour

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Hours per week: 39 hours per week

Posted date: 08/09/2026

Closing date: 30/10/2026

Are you an experienced PCV Driver looking for a rewarding role in one of Scotland’s most scenic locations?

We’re looking for professional, customer-focused Bus and Coach Drivers to join our friendly team in Dunoon. We have opportunities available on both a full-time and part-time basis, with a range of shift patterns offering flexibility and a positive work-life balance.

Every journey matters. Whether you’re helping local residents get to work, school, appointments or the shops, or welcoming visitors to the area, you’ll play an important role in delivering a safe, reliable and friendly service to our customers.

Working in Dunoon

Based at our Dunoon depot, you’ll help connect local communities across Cowal and the surrounding area. Operating modern vehicles on some of Scotland’s most scenic routes, you’ll be part of a supportive local team in a varied role where no two days are the same.

What You’ll Enjoy

• Permanent, secure employment with a respected, family-owned business
• Full-time and part-time opportunities
• A range of shift patterns to support flexibility and work-life balance
• Overtime opportunities, with sixth-day working paid at an enhanced rate
• 30 days’ holiday
• Paid Driver CPC training and ongoing professional development
• Free travel for you and your partner on West Coast Motors services
• Career development opportunities across the wider business
• Supportive colleagues and a friendly depot team
• The opportunity to drive modern vehicles on some of Scotland’s most scenic routes

The Role

As a Bus and Coach Driver, you will:

• Safely operate company vehicles on scheduled services and other allocated work
• Deliver excellent customer service and a safe, comfortable journey for every passenger
• Help connect local communities by getting customers to their destinations safely and on time
• Handle cash and card payments accurately and responsibly, where required
• Complete daily vehicle checks and report defects in line with company procedures
• Provide travel information and assistance to customers when required
• Work independently while maintaining high standards of safety and professionalism
• Represent West Coast Motors positively through your driving standards, appearance and customer care

What You’ll Need:

• A valid PCV licence entitlement
• A digital tachograph card
• A professional, reliable and safety-focused approach
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• A commitment to delivering a safe and dependable service
• To live in Dunoon or the surrounding area, or be willing to relocate

Has your Driver CPC expired?

No problem.

If your Driver CPC has expired or needs updating, we’ll arrange and fund the training required to help you get back on the road.

Join Our Team

If you’re an experienced Bus or Coach Driver looking for a rewarding role, greater flexibility or long-term career stability in Dunoon, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the West Coast Motors family.

Safety is at the heart of everything we do. As a safety-critical business, all offers of employment are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a drug and alcohol test.

West Coast Motors is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

West Coast Motors operate buses and coaches on a mixture of contract, local and private hire services acorss the West Coast of Scotland with depots in Glasgow, Campbeltown, Ardrishaig, Oban, Mull, Dunoon and Bute.