Bus Driver - Waterford. South-East. Irlanda

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Bus & Coach Driver

Full-Time | Permanent | Great Place to Work Certified

Pay: €36,607.00

39 hours per week.

Looking for secure hours, fair pay, and a company that genuinely values its drivers?

At JJ Kavanagh, we’re expanding our driving team across Ireland and are looking for professional, customer-focused Bus & Coach Drivers to join our established, family-run business with over 100 years of heritage.

We offer a variety of work options based on preference and suitability. From Scheduled Services, Private Coach Hires, Day Trips, and more.

You’ll enjoy guaranteed hours, modern vehicles, real support on the road, and the confidence of working for a Great Place to Work certified employer.

Why drive with JJ Kavanagh?

Competitive salary

Full-time work - 5 over 7 days

Permanent contract with long-term job security

Company pension scheme

Modern, well-maintained fleet

Paid training, including Customer Service and Advanced Driver Training

Supportive management and dispatch teams

A friendly, respectful working environment

Varied work options based on preference and suitability

Full compliance with all rules and regulations

We believe good drivers deserve good conditions, clear communication, and respect.

Your role

As a JJ Kavanagh Bus & Coach Driver, you’ll play a vital role in connecting communities and keeping Ireland moving. You’ll be trusted to deliver a safe, comfortable, punctual, and welcoming experience for every passenger on every journey.

Your day-to-day will include:

Driving scheduled bus and coach services safely and professionally

Delivering excellent customer service on every journey

Assisting passengers of all ages and abilities

Operating ticketing systems accurately

Representing JJ Kavanagh with pride on the road

What you’ll need

Full Category D driving licence

Valid CPC (Driver Certificate of Professional Competence)

Valid Tachograph Card

Right to work in Ireland (Applicants outside the EU are also welcome to apply)

A friendly, reliable approach and strong commitment to safety and passenger comfort.

Hours & contract

39 hours per week, rostered over 5 days in 7 days

Permanent, full-time position

Additional work available

Ready to apply?

If you’re looking for stability, respect, and a driving career you can rely on, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and drive your future forward with JJ Kavanagh.