Schools and Airport Transfers Driver

Lakes Travel Group; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local transportation company in the United Kingdom is seeking Private Hire Drivers to join their team. This role involves safe passenger transport across Cumbria and includes assistance for obtaining a private hire license. Full time positions offer guaranteed 40 hours per week with competitive hours and a Monday to Friday work pattern. Ideal candidates should have excellent communication skills and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Applicants must hold a private hire license or be willing to train for one.
• Applicants must be at least 21 years old with driving experience of at least 1 year.
• Commercial driving experience preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a commercial vehicle to transport passengers.
• Follow all traffic laws and maintain a clean vehicle.
• Communicate effectively with passengers and clients.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to follow directions

Physical ability to perform heavy lifting

Job description

Job Title: Private Hire Driver

Job Overview:

At Lakes Travel Group we are professional, agile and our goal is to move passengers across Cumbria and beyond. Airport Services UK Limited offers airport transfers, school transport and tours across Cumbria.

We are currently recruiting private hire taxi drivers to join our well-established team. Our drivers need a private hire license so applicants that already hold this license would be preferable, however if you are interested in the role and have an excellent work ethic and a desire to learn a new job role then Airport Services will cover the initial costs for the required license process. (Includes theory, practical and medical). We are looking to hire permanent drivers to work across all our contracts and will be guaranteed 40 hours per week split across school contracts and private transfers.

Responsibilities:

• Safely operate a commercial vehicle to transport passengers to their destinations
• Follow all traffic laws and regulations
• Maintain a clean and organised vehicle
• Communicate effectively with passengers, clients, and dispatchers
• Assist passengers with boarding and exiting the vehicle, if applicable
• Adhere to schedules and routes, ensuring timely arrivals and departures
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle
• Report any maintenance or safety issues to the appropriate personnel
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Commercial driving experience preferred but not essential
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to follow directions and maintain a professional demeanour with passengers and clients
• Physical ability to perform heavy lifting, if required for the position
• Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

So, if you are a qualified taxi driver looking for some extra work, or someone who is wanting to train for and enter a new career please apply now.

Hours: 40 per week

Work pattern: Monday to Friday

Join our dynamic team as a driver and take on a pivotal role in driving our company's success. We invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Please note: Applicants must be at least 21 years old with driving experience of at least 1 year due to Cumberland Council requirements.

*This is a self employed role, you will be responsible for your own tax & NI*