Here at Midland Bluebird, we are passionate about setting standards, providing fantastic customer service, and developing one of the best teams in the industry. We’re part of McGills, the largest independent and family owned bus company in the UK which means we’re small enough to care but big enough to make a difference.
We're dedicated to rewriting the rules of providing great bus services across the communities we serve and that’s why we need you to help us write the next chapter in our story.
We’re looking for great individuals to join our driving team at our Larbert, Balfron and Bannockburn depots. Whether you already hold a PCV driving qualification or you’ve always wanted to get behind the helm of our fantastic fleet of buses, we have just the job for you.
Our in house Training Academy team can help you hone your skills to fulfil your potential before you join our great team here at Midland Bluebird. Our buses travel all over central Scotland through Falkirk and Stirling, through the Trossachs down to Glasgow, across to Edinburgh and so much more – no day is the same when you have the road ahead.
You’ll be given all the support you need from our friendly team who will look out for you from day 1 through all of your time with the company – some of our colleagues have been here for more than 40 years!! We also provide continuing professional development and training - a number of our colleagues started as drivers and now are part of the management team.
What are the main duties of working as a Midland Bluebird PCV Driver?
· Provide the best customer care and strive for excellence
· A focus on driving standards and passenger safety
· Act as the face of our business providing support and information
· Embrace our company beliefs and operational standards
· Tackle any challenge with positivity, ensuring we deliver on every single journey
What can you bring to us:
· For our qualified PCV holders, you will need to hold a valid UK PCV driving license, held for longer than 6 months and with 6 or less penalty points and current Driver CPC qualification.
· For our trainee drivers, you will need to hold a valid UK car licence, held for longer than 6 months with 6 or less penalty points
· Excellent verbal communication skills
· Excellent numeracy skills
· Embrace flexibility and adaptability
What we can offer you:
.From 1st August 2025 the hourly rate will increase to £14.50
· Free travel for you and your partner across the groups wider network
· Suit up in style with a company branded uniform that speaks volumes about professionalism
· Company pension scheme
· Excellent internal opportunities for progression to enhance your career further
Our recruitment process:
· Click the apply button and complete our online application form attaching your CV or alternatively send your CV to recruitment@mcgillsbuses.co.uk
Midland Bluebird is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues creating a culture of respect by supporting and empowering each other. We believe that diversity contributes to our company culture enhancing our ability to be more innovative and stronger as one team.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £14.25-£14.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
