working at bluestar

Most of our employees are driving staff, but we also rely on engineers, supervisory, administration and management staff to keep our services operating.

bus driver of the year 2008

Our fleet is a modern one, with 55 easy access low floor buses having entered the fleet in the past 5 years, the most recent being 10 Mercedes Benz Citaros in the Hythe & Waterside area, with more new double deck buses on the way in 2008 and 2009. The buses feature improved driving area with electric cab windows and drivers mirrors as well as air conditioning.

Being part of a large FTSE 250-listed transport group in the form of the acclaimed Go-Ahead Group, we provide security to our team, a number of whom see employment with us as part of a long-term and fulfilling career. We are an expanding organisation, having recently won a 10-year contract to operate Uni-Link, the University of Southampton’s award winning network of bus services.

joining the team

People rely on the service we provide, so you will need to be reliable, a good timekeeper and be able to get on well with people in a variety of situations. If you join us as a front-line representative of the company, you must have a smart appearance, be able to communicate well, and be able to handle money accurately.

If joining us as a Driver you will need a positive attitude, the ability to treat customers as you would wish to be treated yourself, and good driving skills. We provide some of the best pay rates in the area as well as great variety in route coverage – that’s why we’re one of the most popular bus operators to work for in the area.

 

bus driver reading schedule in cab
stearing wheel

Our training and development team will guide you through a thorough course of PCV driver training – as well as the more fundamental aspects of delivering service, such as customer care and disability awareness.

Whilst some of our best bus drivers are new to the industry when they join us, we’re looking for experienced PCV holders to help take us forward. So, if you fancy a new lease of life behind the wheel, or you want a change from your existing employer – we want to hear from you!

about you

Bluestar is an equal opportunity employer and will seek to ensure equality of opportunity and treatment for all persons in the provision of services and the employment of staff.

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