Become a Private Hire Driver with Kay’s Cabs – Join Our Edinburgh Team

Looking to start or continue your career as a private hire driver in Edinburgh? Kay’s Cabs is actively recruiting licensed drivers to join our growing team.

 

Whether you're a full-time professional or looking for flexible part-time work, we offer a supportive environment with steady bookings, competitive commission, and full driver assistance.

 

We welcome both new and experienced drivers with the appropriate private hire licence from the City of Edinburgh Council. Not licensed yet? Get in touch and we’ll help guide you through the process.

 

What we offer:

 

• Consistent bookings through our in-house system and app  

• Freedom to set your own schedule – drive when it suits you  

• Full support with documents, renewals, and licensing questions  

• Competitive driver rates and transparent commission  

• Access to long-distance hires, airport runs, tours, and local jobs  

• Driver group chat and team-based communication  

• Paid weekly via bank transfer  

• Support with marketing and growing your driver profile

 

Our customers pre-book via our website, phone line, and booking form. You’ll be assigned jobs based on location and availability, and can track all rides and earnings through your mobile.

 

What you’ll need:

 

• City of Edinburgh Council Private Hire Driver’s Licence  

• Your own licensed private hire vehicle  

• Full insurance (Hire & Reward)  

• A smartphone for bookings and communication  

• Good local knowledge and customer service skills

 

We’re especially keen to hear from drivers based in or near:

 

• Edinburgh city centre  

• Leith, Newhaven, and Portobello  

• Corstorphine, Gorgie, and Haymarket  

• Edinburgh Airport or cruise port areas

 

At Kay’s Cabs, we’re committed to providing a professional, respectful environment for both drivers and passengers. We don’t just dispatch jobs — we build long-term working relationships.

 

Many of our drivers benefit from access to:

 

• Cruise ship pickups and return jobs  

• Private hire tours of Scotland  

• Corporate and account work  

• Out-of-hours and long-distance bookings

 

Want to work with a supportive, locally-run team that values its drivers? Apply now and find out how easy it is to get started.

 

📞 Call us on 0131 629 2129  

📧 Email info@kayscabs.co.uk  

📥 Or use the contact form below to express your interest.

 

We’ll be in touch to confirm requirements and help you begin the onboarding process.

Submit Your Application to Drive with Kay’s Cabs