Bus Driver (32 hours per week)

London Hire Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

London Hire Ltd is seeking a dedicated Bus Driver to provide a reliable transport service in Brixton. The ideal candidate will have a passion for customer service and experience in working with individuals with disabilities. Responsibilities include operating the bus safely, conducting vehicle checks, and ensuring passenger security. Join a supportive team and make a real difference in your community.

Benefits

Bereavement leave

Company events

Free on-site parking

Access to Employee Assurance Programme

Referral programme

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience of driving a bus or coach.
• Must hold a full unrestricted D driving license.
• Willing to undertake a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Operate the vehicle in a safe manner and adhere to road restrictions.
• Ensure passenger safety and assist with the passenger lift.
• Perform mandatory vehicle checks and report any defects.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Understanding of disability issues

Education

CPC qualification card

D driving license

D4 medical examination report

Job description

Bus Driver (32 hours per week)

Department: PCV (Bus) Driver

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Brixton

Reporting To: Lee Mordecai

Compensation: £15.85 / hour

Description

Our PCV Drivers are responsible a professional driving service that supports our clients and service users with Private Hire and Rail Replacement Services. To have strong customer service & great communication skills with the aim to excel our customers experience. Have an understanding of disability issues and deliver the service with a patient and level-headed attitude. Good Knowledge of GB Domestic, EU Drivers Hours & Emergency Legislation. To have a good Knowledge of London and the surrounding Counties. 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 D 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