PCV Driver (Zero-Hours)

Driverz Work; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bereavement leave

Company events

Free on-site parking

Employee Assurance Programme

On-site parking

Referral programme

Job summary

Driverz Work is seeking a PCV Driver (Zero-Hours) in West Norwood. You will provide safe home-to-school transport, operate the bus with care, and assist with passenger lift duties when required.

Minimum two years of bus/coach experience, D licence with auto option, CPC card, and up-to-date tachograph and medical checks are required. DBS check and local compliance will be completed as part of onboarding.

Qualifications

• Experience with passengers with disabilities and a patient approach.
• Valid D driving licence with minimal penalty points (auto acceptable).
• CPC qualification with up-to-date training.
• At least two years driving a bus/coach.
• Possession or willingness to obtain DVLA tachograph card.
• Willingness to undergo DBS check and hold a D4 medical report.

Responsibilities

• Operate the vehicle safely, following road rules; report fines promptly.
• Perform standard vehicle checks before each trip and report defects.
• Secure passengers and wheelchair users properly with safety equipment.
• Maintain fuel levels and refuel as instructed.
• Keep the vehicle clean inside and out weekly.
• Adjust seating as required and manage depot parking bays.
• Operate passenger lift and assist passengers entering/exiting safely.
• Communicate with passengers in a patient, informative manner.
• Assist the Passenger Assistant as needed.

Skills

Disabilities experience

Patient demeanor

D driving licence (unrestricted)

CPC qualification

2+ years bus/coach driving

DVLA Tachograph card

DBS check willingness

D4 medical report

Job description

PCV Driver (Zero-Hours)

Department: PCV (Bus) Driver

Employment Type: Zero Hours

Location: West Norwood

Compensation: £17.01 / hour

Description

Our PCV Drivers are responsible a professional driving service that supports our clients and service users. In addition to providing a safe home-to-school transport operation, 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