Transport Assistant

Imperial College Union; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Imperial College Union is seeking a Transport Assistant to support the minibus fleet used for student group bookings. You will assist with testing, maintenance, bookings, and weekly checks.

The role involves driver assessments, fleet logging, and administrative tasks, with a focus on health and safety and student activities collaboration. Applicants should be current Imperial students with an clean UK driving record and IT skills.

Qualifications

• Strong organisation and communication skills.
• Understanding of Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Competent in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and assess the Imperial College Union vehicle fleet, reporting any serious issues and resolving minor issues.
• Lead Driver Assessments. Compromising of a guided driving test, explanations of safety checks, and the skills required whilst driving larger vehicles and an overview of the vehicle hire process.
• Carry out relevant administrative work to support driver testing and vehicle booking.
• Maintain and log relevant fleet equipment and stock.
• Undertake transport of the vehicle fleet when necessary (for example to and from garages).
• Maintain regular contact with the Student Activities staff.
• Ensure the Union’s Health and Safety Policy and appropriate Health and Safety legislation are always adhered to.
• Uphold the Unions equality and diversity policy, and values.

Skills

Full UK license

Driving experience

IT skills

Vehicle maintenance

Organisation

Safety policy knowledge

Education

Current Imperial student

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Transport Assistant

Purpose of the Post

Assist with all operational aspects of the minibus fleet open to student group bookings, including but not limited to minibus testing, vehicle maintenance, general upkeep, and administrative tasks. You will be responsible for carrying out weekly checks and regular practical tests for approved drivers.

Key Responsibilities

1. Inspect and assess the Imperial College Union vehicle fleet, reporting any serious issues and resolving minor issues.
2. Lead Driver Assessments. Compromising of a guided driving test, explanations of safety checks, and the skills required whilst driving larger vehicles and an overview of the vehicle hire process.
3. Carry out relevant administrative work to support driver testing and vehicle booking.
4. Maintain and log relevant fleet equipment and stock.
5. Undertake transport of the vehicle fleet when necessary (for example to and from garages).
6. Maintain regular contact with the Student Activities staff.
7. Ensure the Union’s Health and Safety Policy and appropriate Health and Safety legislation are always adhered to.
8. Uphold the Unions equality and diversity policy, and values.

Person Specification

Requirements Candidates/post holders will be expected to demonstrate the following: Essential (E)/ Desirable (D)

Education

• Current Imperial student (E)

Skills & Abilities

• Full UK driver’s license with no points or offences held for at least two years (E)
• Experience driving personal vehicle or minibuses in the past (E)
• Knowledge of the Union’s driver approval and testing process (D)
• Experience maintaining vehicles for personal or business use (D)
• Good organisation and communication skills (E)
• Understanding of the colleges and Union’s Health & Safety policies and
• procedures (D)
• Competent in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other IT systems (E)