Schools and Airport Transfers Driver

Lakes Travel Group; Kendal; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company in Kendal seeks a Private Hire Driver to operate commercial vehicles for passenger transport across Cumbria. The position offers guaranteed 40 hours per week and involves maintaining vehicle standards and adhering to regulations. Training for a private hire license is provided for suitable candidates. Self-employed contractor basis with a competitive earnings structure. The role emphasizes safety, communication, and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Private hire license preferred, but willing to cover costs for training.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Commercial driving experience preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a commercial vehicle to transport passengers.
• Communicate effectively with passengers, clients, and dispatchers.
• Maintain a clean and organised vehicle.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to follow directions

Physical ability to perform heavy lifting

Job description

Private Hire Driver

Job Overview

At Lakes Travel Group we are professional, agile and our goal is to move passengers across Cumbria and beyond. Lakes Travel Group 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 this role and have an excellent work ethic with a desire to learn a new job role then Lakes Travel Group will cover the initial costs for the required license process. (Includes theory, practical, medical and DBS certificates). 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 demeanor 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.

Additional Information

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. Please note that this position is on a self-employed contractor basis, we provide the vehicle, work and licences needed to get you started. We offer a competitive percentage of all work. You are responsible for your own tax and NI.