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Full-Time Coach Drivers Wanted In Erith

Hero Recruitment Limited

Erith

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Coach Drivers for a full-time, temp-to-perm role in Erith. This exciting opportunity involves driving diverse routes while ensuring safety and exceptional customer service. Ideal candidates will possess a Manual Cat D Driving Licence, a clean driving record, and strong communication skills. Join a supportive team and enjoy a competitive pay rate of £19 per hour, along with opportunities for career development. If you're passionate about driving and customer service, this is the perfect role for you!

Benefits

Career development opportunities
Competitive pay rate
Supportive team environment

Qualifications

  • Must have a valid Manual Cat D Driving Licence and a clean driving record.
  • Previous coach driving experience is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Driving various routes including Private Hire and Rail Replacement services.
  • Ensuring safe and timely transport for passengers while providing excellent customer service.

Skills

Manual Cat D Driving Licence
Clean Enhanced DBS
Tacho Card & CPC qualifications
Customer service skills
Smartphone and app usage
Communication skills

Job description

Position: Full-Time Coach Drivers (Temp to Perm)
Location: Erith, DA8 2AD
Salary: £19 per hour
Start Date: Immediate

We are currently looking for Coach Drivers to join our team on a temp-to-perm basis. If you are an experienced coach driver with a passion for customer service and a clean driving record, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Driving a variety of routes including Private Hire, Home to School runs, Rail Replacement, SEN (Special Educational Needs) transport, and contract services.
  2. Working on a Rota system covering any 5 days from 7, including weekends.
  3. Routes will be based at our Erith site, with occasional travel to our Brixton and Hertfordshire locations.
  4. Ensuring safe and timely transport for passengers while providing excellent customer service.

Shift Patterns:
  1. Weekday shifts:
    • Early: 03:45 - 10:00
    • Middle: 10:00 - 16:00
    • Late: 15:30 - 23:30
  2. Weekend shifts:
    • Early split shift: 03:45 - 08:00 & 11:30 - 15:30

Required Qualifications & Skills:
  1. Manual Cat D Driving Licence.
  2. Clean Enhanced DBS.
  3. Tacho Card & CPC qualifications.
  4. Must live within 30 minutes of DA8 2AD.
  5. Previous coach driving experience is essential.
  6. Must be comfortable using smartphones and apps, as we operate multiple services through different apps.
  7. Experience with Private Hire and Rail Replacement services is a significant advantage.
  8. Excellent communication skills for engaging with passengers and managing service requirements.

Additional Opportunities: We are also seeking 1-2 drivers on an ad hoc basis to provide additional support for these services. This would involve working on a Rota system, covering 4-5 days per week with 1 in 3 weekends.

Benefits:
  1. Full-time, permanent role with opportunities for career development.
  2. Competitive pay rate of £19 per hour.
  3. Great working environment and supportive team.

If you meet the above criteria and are interested in joining a dynamic and growing team, please apply today.
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