Coach Driver (35 hours per week)
full-time•Hoddesdon
About this role
Coach Driver (35 hours per week)
Department: PCV (Bus) Driver
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Hoddesdon
Reporting To: Lee Mordecai
Compensation: £16.36 / hour
Description
Our PCV Drivers are responsible a professional driving service that supports our clients and service users. You will be providing transportation services such as rail replacement, private hire, contract work, you may also be operating the passenger lift and assisting the Passenger Assistant with the service users as and when required.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate the vehicle in a safe manner, adhering to local road restrictions and speed limits. Any fines or tickets received must be reported to the office as soon as possible.
- Ensure mandatory vehicle checks are undertaken every time the vehicle is used to a standard acceptable on the road. Any defects to be reported to the office
- Ensure that all passengers and wheelchair users are secured correctly in the appropriate location using the necessary safety equipment.
- Ensure that the vehicle in use has adequate fuel for the journey, refueling as and when required or instructed.
- Ensure that the vehicle is cleaned inside and out on a regular basis, as a minimum on a weekly basis
- Remove and replace seating as required.
- Ensure that the vehicle is parked in the depot correctly, in pre allocated bays where possible.
- Operate the passenger lift and other equipment used to assist passengers whilst entering and exiting the vehicle safely.
- Communicate with passengers and clients in a patient, informative manner.
- Assist the Passenger Assistant with their duties as required.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Sound understanding of working with individuals with disabilities.
- Able to deliver the service with a patient and level-headed attitude.
- Hold a full unrestricted D1 driving licence (auto restrictions acceptable) with no more than 3 penalty points
- Hold a CPC qualification card, with mandatory training kept up to date.
- Minimum of two years’ experience of driving a bus or coach.
- Hold or willing to apply for a DVLA Digital Tachograph driver’s card.
- Willing to undertake and satisfy a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
- Hold a current and valid D4 medical examination report
Benefits
- Bereavement leave
- Company events
- Free on-site parking
- Access to our Employee Assurance Programme.
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Other facts
Tech stack
Professional Driving,Safety Compliance,Passenger Assistance,Vehicle Maintenance,Communication Skills,Disability Awareness,D1 Driving Licence,CPC Qualification,Tachograph Card,Disclosure Check,Medical Examination
About London Hire Group
London Hire Community Services provides fully accessible transport solution to both the Public and Private Sectors as well as the 3rd Sector.
What you'll do
- The Coach Driver is responsible for providing a professional driving service, ensuring safe transportation for clients and service users. This includes operating the vehicle safely, assisting passengers, and maintaining vehicle standards.
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What does a Coach Driver (35 hours per week) do at London Hire Group?
As a Coach Driver (35 hours per week) at London Hire Group, you will: the Coach Driver is responsible for providing a professional driving service, ensuring safe transportation for clients and service users. This includes operating the vehicle safely, assisting passengers, and maintaining vehicle standards..
Why join London Hire Group as a Coach Driver (35 hours per week)?
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Is the Coach Driver (35 hours per week) position at London Hire Group remote?
The Coach Driver (35 hours per week) position at London Hire Group is based in Hoddesdon, England, United Kingdom. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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