Caretaker / Minibus Driver

Bryson Group; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Belfast is seeking a Caretaker/Mini-bus driver responsible for transporting participants and staff. This role involves ensuring passenger safety, supervising public areas, and maintaining the bus and building. Applicants must have GCSEs in English and Mathematics, a clean driving licence with a minibus provision, and relevant experience in driving and caretaking. The position requires strong organisational skills and the ability to work within a team.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid full clean driving licence with provision for minibus.
• Minimum of 1 year’s previous experience of minibus driving.
• 6 months experience in a building general caretaker role.

Responsibilities

• Drive a minibus to transport participants and staff.
• Ensure the safety of passengers complying with health and safety legislation.
• Assist with the upkeep and security of the building.
• Conduct regular vehicle maintenance and safety checks.

Skills

Good organisational skills

Experience of working as part of a team

Education

GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C and above (or equivalent)

Job description

The Caretaker/Mini-bus driver will be responsible for driving a minibus to transport Bryson Participants and /or staff to other training delivery sites, on organised trips or activities. When not required to undertake driving duties they will assist with the upkeep and security of the building.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Always ensuring the safety of passengers in compliance with current legislation – specifically health and safety legislation; and public health best practice.
• Undertaking all necessary vehicle maintenance and safety checks are undertaken and properly documented and recorded.
• Ensuring the minibus is maintained internally and externally in immaculate condition.
• Undertaking the supervision of young people entering, about and leaving the building.
• Being aware of and challenging any unauthorised personnel on site.
• Assisting with the organisation of the building and/or rooms for training activities or functions including moving furniture and furnishing.
• Providing support to other colleagues and young people when required.
• Regular building checks and reporting to ensure full contractual and legal compliance.
• Any other duties as may be reasonably requested or required.
• GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C and above (or equivalent)
• Hold a valid full clean driving licence with provision for minibus on licence
• A minimum of 1 year’s previous experience of minibus driving
• 6 months experience in a building general caretaker role
• Good organisational skills
• Experience of working as part of a team
• 6 months experience of key holder duties (responsible opening and/or closing premises)

For more information, or a full job description/person specification, please contact the Human Resources Department Tel: [phone] or email: [e-mail]

Application packs with full job description are downloadable from https://bryson.getgotjobs.co.uk/home, where there is also the option to apply online.

A satisfactory Access NI Enhanced / Standard disclosure or Garda Clearance is required prior to commencement of employment.

Bryson adheres to Access NI Code of Practice available upon request.

The closing date for the receipt of completed applications is: