Driver – Temporary needed at Faircape Group

Job Description

• The Faircape Group seeks an experienced and licensed Driver (Temporary basis) for our facility Heritage Manor in Somerset West.
• The Driver will be responsible for transporting residents and/or staff and represent the company in a professional manner at all times.

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

Transporting Residents

• Transporting staff by bus between designated parking points and the estate
• Driving for the village and transporting residents on trips
• Be available on an ad hoc basis for resident trips after hours and over weekends

Safekeeping of Company Vehicle 

• Do daily checks on the vehicle to ensure it is clean, tyres are in good order, enough oil, and no scratches and dents. Report any anomalies to the manager
• Abide by all traffic laws when driving the vehicle
• Take care of the vehicle whilst driving and parking
• Park golf cart/bus in the allocated parking bay when not in use and when on breaks

Administration and Reporting 

• Assist Client Services Officer with sorting of newspapers and other post (notices) to be put in the post boxes
• Complete driving logs and other reports as requested by the manager

Experience: 

• Relevant driving experience with passengers in the tourism industry or retirement village is preferable
• Previous experience driving a 23-seater passenger bus

Skills and Knowledge: 

• Good communication skills
• Fluent in English 
• Safety orientated
• Customer services skills

Attributes: 

• Professional; presentable
• Courteous
• Loyal and diligent
• Patience and the ability to work with the elderly

Specific Requirements:

• Code 10 with valid PDP – non-negotiable
• Clear driving record
• No criminal record
• Solid and positive references