Passenger Transport Driver – Flexible Shifts & Benefits

Somerset County Council; Somerton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Flexible & hybrid working where needs

Annual leave and bank holidays

Job summary

Somerset County Council in England is seeking professional drivers to safely operate passenger transport vehicles on prescribed routes, ensuring passenger comfort, safety and wellbeing throughout the journey.

You will perform routine vehicle checks, maintain cleanliness, and operate safety equipment in line with required guidelines. The role is full-time, 37 hours per week, with rostered hours 5 days over 7.

Qualifications

• Class D1 driving licence is required.
• Demonstrates reliability, punctuality and good people skills.
• Flexibility to work rostered shifts over 5 days in a 7 day pattern.
• Commitment to safeguarding and passenger wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate passenger transport vehicles on prescribed routes.
• Attend to passenger safety, comfort and wellbeing during journeys.
• Carry out routine vehicle maintenance checks and cleanliness.
• Operate safety equipment and follow all guidelines.
• Support operations with flexible coverage as required.

Skills

Class D1 licence

Good with people

Reliable

Good timekeeping

Safety conscious

Flexible shifts

Safeguarding awareness

Passenger safety equipment

Job description

Somerset County Council in England is seeking professional drivers to safely operate passenger transport vehicles on prescribed routes, ensuring passenger comfort, safety and wellbeing throughout the journey.

You will perform routine vehicle checks, maintain cleanliness, and operate safety equipment in line with required guidelines. The role is full-time, 37 hours per week, with rostered hours 5 days over 7.