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Private Hire (PHV) Driver Role
Our Private Hire (PHV) Drivers are responsible for providing a professional driving service that supports our clients and service users. In addition to offering safe home-to-school transport, you may also operate passenger lifts and assist the Passenger Assistant with service users as needed.
Key Responsibilities
1. Operate the vehicle safely, adhering to local road restrictions and speed limits. Report any fines or tickets to the office promptly.
2. Perform mandatory vehicle checks before each use, ensuring the vehicle is roadworthy. Report any defects.
3. Secure all passengers and wheelchair users correctly using the appropriate safety equipment.
4. Ensure the vehicle has sufficient fuel for journeys, refueling as required or instructed.
5. Maintain the vehicle's cleanliness inside and out, at least weekly.
6. Remove and replace seating as needed.
7. Park the vehicle correctly in the depot, preferably in pre-allocated bays.
8. Operate the passenger lift and other equipment to assist passengers entering and exiting safely.
9. Communicate with passengers and clients patiently and informatively.
10. Assist the Passenger Assistant with their duties as required.
Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise
1. Understanding of working with individuals with disabilities.
2. Patience and a level-headed attitude to deliver the service effectively.
3. Hold a full, unrestricted car driving licence (automatic restrictions acceptable) with no more than 3 penalty points.
4. Possess a Private Hire Licence from the relevant local authority (desirable).
5. Minimum of two years' driving experience.
6. Willingness to undergo and pass a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Additional Benefits
* Company events
* Free on-site parking
* Access to Employee Assurance Programme
* Referral programme
London Hire Group provides tailored vehicle rentals to the public sector, businesses, and charities, offering a wide range of vehicles for short-term and contract hire, including small cars, light commercial vehicles, PTS ambulances, accessible transport, and specialized vehicles such as alternative fuel vehicles and road sweepers.
Our company ethos is based on Service, Building Relationships, and Innovation.
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