D Licenced Driver at Leading Edge Aviation Ltd

Leading Edge Aviation Ltd; Murcia; On-site; EUR 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Holiday entitlement 30 days + 14 days

Airspace Day

Employee referral scheme

Job summary

Leading Edge Aviation Ltd. in Murcia, ES has a full-time on-site Driver position based at the Alhama de Murcia Campus.

The driver will transport students, staff and visitors to designated locations, perform daily vehicle checks and uphold high safety standards. Essential requirements include a valid Category D driving licence and a valid Passenger CAP, plus the ability to operate both small and large passenger vehicles and work across the campus rota, including early mornings, evenings and

Qualifications

• Valid Category D driving licence and a valid passenger CAP are essential.
• Valid licence to drive in Spain.
• Ability to safely operate larger passenger-carrying vehicles.
• Ability to perform daily and weekly vehicle checks.
• Flexible across an operational rota (early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays).

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Leading Edge Aviation passenger vehicles, including the larger vehicle with Category D entitlement.
• Transport students, staff and visitors between campuses, accommodation and local destinations.
• Take responsibility for passenger safety, comfort and welfare during journeys.
• Provide a professional, friendly and positive experience for students, staff and visitors.
• Carry out daily/weekly vehicle safety checks and basic maintenance; report defects promptly.
• Refuel vehicles and maintain accurate records of use and journeys.

Skills

Category D licence

Passenger CAP

Spanish driving licence

Job description

D Licenced Driver at Leading Edge Aviation Ltd in Murcia, MC, ES

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Description

The Driver will be responsible for the safe, efficient and timely transportation of Leading Edge Aviation students, staff and visitors between designated locations, including our Alhama Campus, accommodation sites, airports and other locations as required.

A valid Category D driving licence and a valid passenger CAP is an essential requirement for this role, as the successful candidate will be required to operate both our smaller passenger vehicles and our larger passenger-carrying vehicle.

The role also includes carrying out daily vehicle checks, ensuring vehicles are clean, well maintained and roadworthy, and operating all vehicles in accordance with relevant legal, safety and operational requirements.

As a key point of contact for our students, staff and visitors, the Driver will represent Leading Edge Aviation professionally at all times, providing excellent customer service and contributing to a positive and supportive student experience.

This is a full-time role working 39 hours per week, based at our Alhama de Murcia Campus.

The role requires flexibility to work across the Campus transport schedule, which may include early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays in accordance with the agreed rota.

Shifts may start and finish at MiCampus/Bravo - Murica

Role Duties

• Safely operate Leading Edge Aviation passenger vehicles, including the larger vehicle requiring a Category D driving licence.
• Transport students, staff and visitors between: Student accommodation and the Alhama Campus Airports Supermarkets and other agreed local destinations Other locations and trips as reasonably requested by the Centre Manager
• Take responsibility for the health, safety, comfort and welfare of passengers while they are in your care.
• Provide a professional, friendly and positive experience for students, staff and visitors.
• Carry out required daily and weekly vehicle safety checks and basic vehicle maintenance.
• Ensure any defects, faults, incidents or accidents are reported promptly and in accordance with internal procedures.
• Ensure vehicles are clean, presentable and roadworthy before and after use.
• Refuel vehicles as required.
• Maintain accurate records relating to vehicle use, checks and journeys.
• Comply with all applicable road traffic, passenger transport, health and safety and Company requirements.
• Support the Centre Manager and Customer Experience team with reasonable Campus responsibilities when transport duties allow.
• Undertake other reasonable duties appropriate to the role as required.

OUR CULTURE

At Leading Edge Aviation, our Vision, Mission and Values guide everything that we do. The Driver is expected to maintain the highest levels of professionalism, compliance and integrity. This role requires reliability, flexibility and a collaborative mindset, together with a strong commitment to passenger safety and customer experience.

Core Competencies

Essential Requirements

• Valid Category D driving licence and a valid passenger CAP – this is an essential requirement and applicants without Category D entitlement cannot be considered for this position.
• Valid driving licence appropriate for driving in Spain.
• Ability to safely and confidently operate larger passenger-carrying vehicles.
• Ability to undertake daily and weekly vehicle checks and identify and report potential safety or maintenance issues.
• Reliable and trustworthy, with a responsible approach to passenger safety.
• Ability to work flexibly across an operational rota, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, colleagues and visitors.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Ability to remain calm and professional when working under pressure.
• High standards of personal presentation and professionalism.

Desirable

• Previous professional driving experience, particularly transporting passengers.
• Previous experience operating larger passenger-carrying vehicles.
• Experience working within an education, aviation, tourism, hospitality or customer-focused environment.
• Good knowledge of the Alhama de Murcia and wider Murcia area.
• English and Spanish language skills would be advantageous.

Personal Attributes

• Safety-conscious and responsible
• Reliable and punctual
• Friendly, approachable and professional
• Flexible and adaptable
• Customer-focused
• Comfortable working independently
• Collaborative and willing to support the wider Campus team

While we recognise that a great team member is more than a checklist, holding a valid Category D driving licence and a valid passenger CAP is a mandatory requirement for this particular role.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of €22,000 per annum dependent on experience
• Commitment to your personal and professional development
• Generous holiday entitlement of 30 calendar days, plus 14 public holidays, which increases with service
• An Airspace Day for your wellbeing and what is important to you
• Employee referral scheme

About Leading Edge Aviation

Leading Edge Aviation is a firmly established pilot training academy with a fresh approach and an emphasis on holistic training. Offering the highest standards of regulatory technical training, students also benefit from a comprehensive professional and personal development curriculum to enhance non-technical skills. This is delivered through ‘The Whole Pilot®’ Approach, which focuses on developing diverse abilities that go beyond just technical proficiency. Based at London Oxford Airport and Alhama, Southern Spain with a commitment to holistic pilot development, Leading Edge Aviation offers a range of modular and integrated training programmes, including the innovative LEAP (Leading Edge Airline Preparation) course; a full-time integrated course with BSc degree (UK only) and a comprehensive graduate airline selection preparation workshop. Facilities at both locations support a comprehensive educational experience, combining modern aircraft and simulators, advanced learning technologies, and a vibrant student living environment.