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.

The role is offering between 30 - 35 hours per week, with opportunities for overtime.

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

About London Hire Group

London Hire Group of companies provides tailored vehicle rentals to the public sector, business and charities with a wide range of vehicles for both short term and contract hire; from small cars and light commercial vehicles through to PTS ambulances and accessible transport, as well as specialised products such as alternative fuel vehicles and road sweepers.
The company ethos is based on three elements of Service, Building Relationships and Innovation

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: £14.50 per hour

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