Coach Driver
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Position Overview & Specifications
Coach Drivers - £1,000 Joining Bonus + 13 Weeks Holiday + Private Healthcare Benefit
An exciting position has become available for full time Coach Drivers based near Gatwick Airport for School and University trips/transfers.
The successful candidates will work 48 hours per week and be earning £16 - £17 per hour / £800 - £960 per week plus a £1,000 signing on bonus and Private Healthcare included, working Monday - Friday. There will also be plenty of over-time available should you wish to work this.
Why should you apply?
- £1,000 sign-on bonus
- 13 weeks holiday per year (Yes, 13 weeks! this includes bank holidays)
- Private Healthcare* – very rare benefit which no other operator is currently offering it’s drivers
- Discounted Gym Membership*
- Annual Bonus after your 1st Year of service
- Company Pension
- Free Uniform
- On-Site Parking
*You will be eligible for the Private Healthcare benefit and Gym Membership once you pass your probation period
Essential Requirements
- Must have the correct category on the driving licence D or D1 and up to date CPC with Driver Qualification Card
- Driver based in or around Gatwick Airport (max 10 mile radius preferred), within 45mins
- Drivers Digital Tacho card
- Experience of coach driving is essential
- Preferably clean license holders
- You must have a good geographical knowledge of the UK in particular London and the Southeast
- Must have good customer service skills and be well presented
- Good communication skills
- Punctuality and flexibility is a must for this position
- Be able to adhere to all company policy and health and safety
- Enhanced DBS and WSCC Blue Badge holders preferred
About United Minibuses and Coaches
We are a multiple award-winning ground transportation company in the passenger transport sector, providing both private hire and contract services to businesses and private individuals. We run a highly professional business and work as a close team in a relaxed atmosphere.
- Over 24 years experience in the ground transportation sector
- Multiple award winning coach company with a new fleet of vehicles including VanHool and Mercedes
- One of the fastest growing ground transportation companies in the UK
Type of Work
Mixed type of work - Airport and Crew Transfers, VIP movements, MOD transfers, Government Transfers, Transport of University Students, Rail Replacement work, Tours, Day Trips, School Runs, private hire customers travelling to all over UK.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £800.00-£960.00 per week
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Tips
- Yearly bonus
Experience:
- Bus or Coach Driving: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 09/06/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Coach Driver roles across United Minibuses and Coaches's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £20 - £24 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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