Minibus D1 Driver

Ecotricity; Nailsworth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Forest Green Rovers is seeking a reliable D1 Driver to support the safe transport of Academy players (15-18), staff and authorised club personnel.

You will drive club minibuses to training sessions, fixtures and educational provisions, ensuring journeys are completed safely and in line with safeguarding, health and safety and club procedures.

Qualifications

• Full, clean UK driving licence with D1 entitlement (unrestricted preferred).
• DBS (or ability to obtain one) is required.
• Experience driving minibuses or similar passenger vehicles.
• Strong understanding of road safety and passenger welfare responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport Academy players, staff and authorised club personnel to and from training, matches, tournaments, educational provision and other club activities.
• Ensure all passengers are collected and delivered according to agreed schedules and operational requirements.
• Take responsibility for the safety, welfare and comfort of passengers throughout all journeys.
• Assist in maintaining the roadworthiness of club vehicles.
• Report vehicle defects, incidents, accidents or near misses promptly in accordance with club procedures.
• Support Academy and Club Operations through the transportation of equipment, kit, documents and other club resources where required.
• Represent Forest Green Rovers professionally when interacting with players, parents, opposition clubs, match officials.
• Adhere to all safeguarding, health and safety, data protection and club policies.
• Attend mandatory club training and development activities as required.
• Maintain confidentiality in relation to players, staff, club operations and any sensitive information.

Skills

D1 entitlement

DBS check

Minibus driving

Road safety

Vehicle inspections

Communication

Time management

Safeguarding with children

Job description

Forest Green Rovers are seeking a reliable and professional D1 Driver to support the safe and efficient transport of Academy players (15-18), staff and authorised club personnel.

The D1 Driver will be responsible for driving club minibuses to training sessions, fixtures, and on occasions, education provisions. The post holder will ensure all journeys are completed safely, professionally and in accordance with club safeguarding, health and safety, and operational procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely transport Academy players, staff and authorised club personnel to and from training, matches, tournaments, educational provision and other club activities.
• Ensure all passengers are collected and delivered according to agreed schedules and operational requirements.
• Take responsibility for the safety, welfare and comfort of passengers throughout all journeys.
• Assist in maintaining the roadworthiness of club vehicles.
• Report vehicle defects, incidents, accidents or near misses promptly in accordance with club procedures.
• Support Academy and Club Operations through the transportation of equipment, kit, documents and other club resources where required.
• Represent Forest Green Rovers professionally when interacting with players, parents, opposition clubs, match officials.
• Adhere to all safeguarding, health and safety, data protection and club policies.
• Attend mandatory club training and development activities as required.
• Maintain confidentiality in relation to players, staff, club operations and any sensitive information.

Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Full, clean UK driving licence with D1 entitlement (unrestricted preferred).
• DBS (or ability to obtain one)
• Experience driving minibuses or similar passenger vehicles.
• Strong understanding of road safety and passenger welfare responsibilities.
• Ability to carry out routine vehicle inspections and basic maintenance checks.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities when working with children and young people.

Personal Qualities

• Professional, approachable and trustworthy.
• Reliable, punctual and well organised.
• Calm and composed under pressure.

About Us

Forest Green is looking to the future – Climate change is an existential threat, and we need to build a more sustainable world. Sustainability is at the core of everything we do at FGR. We’re on a mission to push the boundaries of what is possible in the world of sport, and beyond.

Established in 1889, we’re also one of the oldest football clubs in the world. That history continues with every season and every trophy, bolstered by the support of an incredibly passionate, global fanbase.

Those moments are only made possible with the right people; those who show courage, tenacity, ambition, dedication to their community, and independent thought. As the world’s first vegan football club, doing things differently is a way of life. We’re looking for like-minded people that can help create the future our planet needs.

Let’s change the game.

Flexibility statement

The fast moving nature of the company's business means that from time to time you may be asked to perform duties or tasks outside of your original job description on an ad hoc basis. This allows the company to use it's people in the best possible way at all times and helps the employees to make make their contribution in a changing environment.

Forest Green Rovers is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing equality for all.