D1 Minibus Driver

Job Ref: WES1336

Branch: West Coast Motors (Campbeltown)

Location: West Coast Motors (Campbeltown), Campbeltown

Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Part Time

Posted date: 18/09/2026

Closing date: 18/10/2026

Do you hold a D1 licence and enjoy working with people? Looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in your local community?

We're looking for a professional, safety-conscious and customer-focused D1 Minibus Driver to join our friendly team at our Campbeltown depot.

Whether you're an experienced minibus driver, have previously worked in community transport, school transport or passenger services, or are looking for a flexible role that makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Every journey matters. You'll help local residents, visitors and community groups travel safely and comfortably, playing an important role in keeping people connected across Campbeltown and the surrounding area.

What you’ll enjoy

• Permanent, secure employment
• Full-time and part-time opportunities available
• Flexible shift patterns to support work-life balance
• Overtime opportunities available
• Sixth-day working paid at time and a half
• 30 days’ holiday (pro-rata)
• Free travel for you and your family across the West Coast Motors network

The Role

As a D1 Minibus Driver, you will:

• Safely operate company minibuses on scheduled and contracted services
• Deliver a safe, comfortable and welcoming journey for every passenger
• Provide excellent customer service in a professional, friendly and helpful manner
• Assist passengers where required and ensure a positive travel experience
• Help customers reach their destinations safely and on time
• Complete daily vehicle checks and report defects in line with company procedures
• Handle cash and card payments accurately and responsibly, where 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 UK driving licence with D1 entitlement
• A professional, reliable and safety-focused approach
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• The ability to work independently and responsibly
• To live in Campbeltown or the surrounding area, or be willing to relocate

Ideal For

This role could be ideal for:

• Existing D1 licence holders
• Former bus, coach or community transport drivers
• School transport drivers
• Semi-retired drivers looking for flexible work
• Individuals who obtained D1 entitlement through their driving licence prior to January 1997

You’ll be joining a friendly team where safety, customer service and community are at the heart of everything we do.

Safety is at the heart of everything we do. As a safety-critical business, all roles play a part in keeping our people and passengers safe, and offers of employment are subject 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 individuals.

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.