Job Company Name: BUMBLEance Created By: Samantha Jones
Contact: Name: Samantha Jones Email: samantha@bumbleance.com Phone: +35315252661
Location: Cork, Ireland
Number of position: 1
Skills: C1 Driving Licence, Driving Experience, Effective Communication Skills, Caring and Empathetic
Job Description
Company Information and Introduction:
BUMBLEance Driver
Part-time 2 Days pw (Approx 20hrs) Mon-Fri with flexibility for occasional weekends
Location: Cork Based Vehicle - National Transportation
Requirement: Garda Vetting prior to offer of employment
Requirement: C1 Driving Licence / Over 25yrs
Are you a caring individual with exceptional communication skills and an impeccable driving record? Do you have a natural ability to connect with kids, bringing joy and laughter to their journey?
BUMBLEance Children’s Ambulance Service, a vital part of The Saoirse Foundation, a registered non-profit charity, is looking for a dedicated individual to join our Cork based team. We provide safe and comfortable transportation for Ireland’s youngest patients, ensuring their well-being during non-emergency transfers between their homes and medical facilities nationwide.
BUMBLEance is committed to making positive life impacts for sick children. Our #1 priority is the comfort, safety, and well-being of the children we serve. Join our small yet ambitious team as we expand and enhance our BUMBLEance transport service.
Please Note:
BUMBLEance is not a PHECC recognised Institution. The post is a transport-only service with no medical intervention provision.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
* Drive and maintain our vehicles to the highest standards.
* Ensure safe operation of the vehicle, following Road Safety Authority Regulations and Traffic laws.
* Ensure correct provisions are in place prior to transfer by checking paperwork.
* Submit detailed and accurate journey reports.
* Maintain confidentiality at all times.
* Undertake ongoing training as required.
* Adhere to hygiene regulations.
* Maintain stock of on-board supplies and equipment in safe, working order.
* Keep the vehicle clean, tidy, and roadworthy; report defects immediately.
* Support charity activities in education and public relations work (PR).
* Perform other duties as assigned.
Key Skills and Competencies:
* Hold a clean C1 driving licence with an excellent driving record.
* Previous experience in the healthcare industry and/or patient transport is advantageous but not essential.
* Effective communication in English, both written and verbal.
* Self-motivated with the ability to use your own initiative.
* Can remain calm in high-pressure situations.
* Dependable with high personal integrity.
* Have good general technology skills.
* Possess attentive listening skills, genuine, non-judgemental, and respectful qualities with the ability to demonstrate warmth and empathy towards patients and their families.
* Over 25 years old (insurance deems you must be over 25 to drive our ambulances).
* Flexible approach to work and working hours.
* Maintain reasonable physical well-being.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary €15.02 p/h
* Pension
* Flexible days
Application: Applicants must demonstrate in their CV how they meet the criteria as short-listing will apply. Please upload a cover letter with your CV.
Closing Date - Applications must be received on or before Sunday 27th April 2025 - an earlier closing date may be invoked depending on responses received.
Role is subject to satisfactory references from 2 persons.
First round interviews will be conducted via video/phone call. Second round will be in-person in our Tralee or Dublin office.
BUMBLEance is an equal opportunities employer.
We put the happiness, delight, and well-being of children first in everything we do.
Choice questions (type answer - YES/NO):
1. Are you eligible to work in this jurisdiction? YES or NO?
2. Do you hold a valid C1 class driving licence for Ireland? YES or NO?
3. Are you over 25 years of age? (Insurance deems you need to be over 25 to drive our ambulances)
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