minibus driver - Zero Hours

Armagh Rural Transport offer our drivers the following benefits:

• CPC Training
• Time to Facilitate CPC Training
• Medical Assessment & Access NI Disclosure costs for Licence Renewal
• Full Uniform  
• Company Mobile Phone for Work Purposes

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. To drive Minibuses operated by Armagh Rural Transport.
2. To assist passengers to and from the vehicle when necessary, including the operation of the vehicles in board passenger lift.
3. To input data onto our Drivers’ Mobile App.  
4. To carry out daily walk around checks on the vehicles, recording and immediately reporting any irregularities/defects to the appropriate office staff member.
5. To immediately record and report details of any accidents, incidents and near misses, however minor, to the appropriate office staff member.
6. To maintain vehicle cleanliness, both internal and external, on a regular basis.
7. Refuel vehicle as and when required.
8. To be familiar with and maintain all safety equipment and medical supplies fitted to the vehicle and to carry out safety checks as directed.
9. To report any comments or complaints from passengers to the Manager and/or Schedulers.
10. To take part in training and to adhere to agreed quality standards such as the Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme (MiDAS).
11. To work within Armagh Rural Transport Health & Safety guidelines.
12. To undertake any other duties as deemed appropriate to the achievement of the purpose and function of this post.

Essential criteria

1. A Current Category or D1 PCV Driving License with Driver CPC

2. Be aged over 21 Years and older (to comply with insurance reguirements)

3. Be flexible to work work evenings and weekend, as and when reguired.

Desirable criteria 

1. Previous experience of driving a minibus 

2. Experience and / or understanding of dealing with people with disabilities.

3. Good knowledge of the Armagh area