BUS operator First Glasgow has begun a drive to recruit new and experienced drivers in West Dunbartonshire.

The firm, is recruiting across its five depots in Glasgow, Lanarkshire and West Dunabrtonshire with vacancies at its Blantyre, Overtown, Scotstoun, Dumbarton and Caledonia depots.

Following significant recent investment in its services, including the £20m Caledonia depot, First Glasgow is now offering an enhanced pay and conditions package for trainee drivers and drivers with an existing Passenger Carrying Vehicle (PCV) licence across the Greater Glasgow area.

A recruitment day will be held at the Dumbarton Depot on Saturday, February 11. The depot is located on Birch Road, Dumbarton, G82 2RF.

Trainees – who must be aged over 18 and have a clean UK driving licence - are paid £9 per hour and earn as they learn. After 12 months with First Glasgow, the hourly rate increases to £9.50, with the potential to earn up to £25,000 per annum.

Existing PCV drivers will receive a joining bonus of £1,000 when they join the company, subject to terms and conditions.

Drivers can find out more by calling 0141 420 7810 and can also apply online at firstgroup.com/driver.