Become a Professional Private Hire Driver in London

Working as a private hire driver in London offers flexible hours, excellent earning potential, and the opportunity to work with one of London’s trusted airport transfer and chauffeur companies. At Heathrow Gatwick Cars, we are actively recruiting experienced and newly licensed PHV drivers and chauffeurs for airport transfers, cruise port transfers, executive travel, and long-distance journeys across the UK.
A valid London Private Hire Driver Licence (PHV), previously known as a PCO licence, is legally required for all drivers operating private hire vehicles in London. In addition, both the operator and vehicle must also hold valid licences issued by Transport for London (TfL).
Our services focus primarily on:
- Heathrow Airport transfers
- Gatwick Airport transfers
- Stansted Airport transfers
- Luton Airport transfers
- London City Airport transfers
- Executive chauffeur services
- Cruise port transfers
- Corporate travel services
Why Work With Heathrow Gatwick Cars?
At Heathrow Gatwick Cars, we specialise in premium airport transfers and chauffeur-driven services throughout London and the UK. Unlike many minicab companies, our work is focused heavily on pre-booked airport and executive journeys rather than late-night club or pub work.
We are expanding rapidly and looking for reliable, professional, and customer-focused drivers to join our growing team.
Benefits of joining us include:
- Consistent airport transfer bookings
- Corporate and executive clients
- Flexible working hours
- Weekly or fortnightly payments
- Excellent earning opportunities
- Professional office support
- Long-distance and high-value journeys
- Reduced commission structure
- Full-time and part-time opportunities
Private Hire Driver Requirements
To work with Heathrow Gatwick Cars, drivers must meet the following requirements:
- Hold a valid London PHV Driver Licence (PCO Badge)
- Minimum 1–3 years of private hire or chauffeur experience preferred
- Excellent knowledge of London roads and airport routes
- Professional appearance and excellent hygiene standards
- Suit, tie, smart trousers, shirt, and formal shoes required while on duty
- Good spoken English and communication skills
- Strong customer service skills
- Ability to work day, night, or split shifts
- Reliable, punctual, and professional attitude
Company Vehicle Driver Opportunities
Drivers using company vehicles will benefit from fully insured and maintained vehicles. Requirements include:
- Minimum age of 25 years
- Maximum 6 penalty points on licence
- Newly licensed PHV drivers may receive training
- Ability to work flexible shifts
- Knowledge of Greater London, airports, and UK seaports
- Capability to share vehicles on arranged shift patterns
- Refundable security deposit required
- Professional conduct and presentation at all times
Owner Driver Requirements
If you are an owner-driver with your own licensed vehicle, we also offer excellent opportunities on a competitive commission basis.
Requirements for owner-drivers include:
- Your own licensed private hire vehicle
- Vehicles typically under 6 years old
- Saloon, executive, hybrid, MPV, or chauffeur-class vehicles accepted
- Valid PHV insurance and licensing documentation
- Excellent Central London knowledge
- Professional appearance and customer service skills
- Ability to start early morning airport jobs
- Reliable and hard-working attitude
Excellent Earnings Potential
Our drivers benefit from steady airport transfer work throughout the year. Depending on experience, availability, and vehicle type, drivers can achieve strong weekly earnings through airport runs, executive transfers, and long-distance bookings.
Opportunities include:
- Airport and seaport transfers
- Corporate travel accounts
- Executive chauffeur bookings
- Long-distance UK transfers
- Hotel and event transportation
- Private sightseeing tours
Professional and customer-focused drivers often receive repeat bookings and generous passenger tips.
Airport Transfer and Chauffeur Specialists
Heathrow Gatwick Cars is recognised for providing dependable and professional:
- Private airport transfers
- Executive chauffeur services
- Private chauffeur hire in London
- Business travel solutions
- Cruise port transfers
Our company continues to grow due to our reputation for reliability, punctuality, and customer satisfaction.
Apply for Private Hire Driver Jobs in London
If you are a motivated and professional private hire driver in London looking for additional work or a long-term opportunity, we would like to hear from you.
Please send your:
- PHV Driver Licence
- Driving licence
- Vehicle documents (if applicable)
- Proof of address
- Contact information
Email your documents and enquiries to:
Email: info@heathrowgatwickcars.com
Website: www.heathrowgatwickcars.com
We look forward to welcoming experienced and professional drivers to our growing team.
Private Chauffeur Service London

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