Driver

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.,

• 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.
  
  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.