Driver

Background

To undertake a range of specialist transport functions using the vehicles provided.

Responsibility for vehicles used.

Responsibility for passenger safety.

Requirement to work weekends as Part of Rota.

Key Responsibilities

• Personally and through team members assist to deliver the service plans and objectives for the Fleet operations team.
• To undertake the safe transportation of all passengers.
• To have regard for the general welfare of passengers and to promote their safety.
• To ensure compliance with safe practice in respect of all passenger particularly wheelchair users.
• To maintain and operate vehicles in accordance with policies, procedures and issued Guidance.
• To complete all documentation related to vehicle operations as required.
• To wear protective clothing and PPE as issued.
• To provide support services as directed by the Day Services management when working within the Day Centre.
• To operate any fleet vehicles as required particularly in emergency/urgent situations.
• To operate the nominated communication system as required.
• Collect fares, passes, issue tickets and account for monies taken in line with NCC policy.
• To ensure the cleanliness of all vehicles is maintained to a high standard.
• To meet all legislative requirements regarding drivers, hours regulations, including the use of tachographs where appropriate.

Qualifications and Experience

• A full endorsement free driving licence that includes category D Licence.
• Manual Handling training.
• Ability to work without close supervision.
• Emergency First Aid Qualification.
• Wheelchair securing knowledge.
• Experience in the transportation of passengers.
• Minimum of 4 years, driving experience.
• Experience in working to tight schedules.
• Experience of working with vulnerable people.