Driver
- Posted:
- March 20, 2025
- Closing Date For Applications:
- April 2, 2025
Location: Skibo Castle, Dornoch, Scotland
Position: Full time, part time, & casual contracts available
Salary: Competitive + gratuities (see below for details)
About Skibo
The Carnegie Club at Skibo Castle is a world-renowned private members club situated in the Scottish Highlands. One of the most exclusive destinations worldwide, Skibo offers members and their guests a taste of true Highland hospitality with stunning surroundings and luxury facilities. Whether your passion lies in food preparation, fine wines, guest service or country sports, as a team member of one of The Carnegie Club's 20+ departments you will be part of a fantastic group of people who share the same passion for delivering the very best.
About the Team
Situated within an 8,000-acre estate, The Carnegie Club provides members and guests with an array of activities and events throughout the year. Our Transport team plays a crucial role in ensuring seamless travel across the estate and beyond.
Our shuttle service operates daily, transporting guests between key locations, including the castle, Clubhouse, Treehouse, spa, stables, and lodges, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience. Additionally, the team provides airport and train station transfers across Scotland, allowing our members and guests to enjoy effortless arrivals and departures.
About this Role
As a Driver you will:
- Provide transport services both on and off the estate, ensuring guests reach their destinations comfortably and safely.
- Welcome members and guests upon arrival at airports and train stations, offering a warm greeting and assisting with luggage.
- Operate the on-site shuttle service, ferrying guests between various estate locations throughout the day and evening.
- Conduct half- and full-day private tours of the Scottish Highlands, showcasing local landmarks and scenic attractions.
- Maintain the Club's fleet of SUVs and MPVs, ensuring vehicles are clean, fuelled, and well-presented at all times.
- Oversee the electric golf buggies, ensuring they are fully charged and readily available for guests at the castle, lodges, and Clubhouse.
- Support other departments by delivering take-out meals, transporting golf bags to the Clubhouse, and assisting with guest arrivals via helicopter.
- Assist with the staff transport service, collecting and dropping off team members at various local locations.
- Attend operational meetings to ensure seamless communication between departments and enhance the guest experience.
Who We Are Looking For
- You're a people person who enjoys meeting new people and delivering outstanding service.
- You're proactive, reliable, and take pride in your work to ensure every journey is seamless.
- You're professional and well-presented, representing the Club with confidence and discretion.
- You're a strong communicator who engages easily with guests and colleagues.
- You're flexible and adaptable, comfortable working a variety of shifts to meet the Club's needs.
- You're physically capable of lifting and carrying luggage, golf bags, and child seats.
- You have a full, clean UK driving licence (an advanced driving qualification is a plus!).
What We Offer You
- Share of gratuities
- 33 days annual leave (pro-rata)
- Company pension scheme
- Enhanced company sick pay
- Life assurance
- Meals on shift provided free of charge
- Family-friendly leave
- Long Service Awards
- Tech and Cycle to Work Scheme
- BHN Extras – savings and discounts across hundreds of brands
- Complimentary use of staff gym
- Discount on eyecare
- Employee Assistance Programmes (access to health and wellbeing services)
- Local staff transport service (details available)
- Staff events
"Engage gear, fuel your appetite for the future and join the Transport team. We're miles ahead for enjoyable employment!"
Allen Davidson, Transport Manager
Gratuities
Gratuities (tips) that are passed directly to staff are paid to all employees on a pro-rata basis regardless of their role.
Our Values
- Seamlessly Connected We are joined up in how we operate and look after our colleagues, members, and guests.
- Go Beyond We have a drive and energy to do things better.
- Make Their Day We anticipate the needs of our colleagues and members to bring joy.
- Our People Uncommonly committed people with a passion to deliver and delight.
- Our Estate Appreciating our incredible environment in which to perform - both at Skibo and the wider Highlands.
- Personalised Magical Moments Creating personalised moments tailored for each colleague, member, and guest.
How to Apply
Please send us your CV and a covering letter which responds to the below:
- Are you familiar with driving in rural areas and varying weather conditions? How do you ensure a safe and comfortable journey for passengers?
- Can you describe a time when you provided exceptional customer service in a driving or hospitality role?
To apply, please email recruitment@carnegieclub.co.uk with the above. We look forward to hearing from you!
Closing Date For Applications: April 2, 2025
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
We are committed to making our recruitment process as inclusive and welcoming as we can for everyone, no matter who you are or where you’re from. If there is anything at all we can do to help you feel comfortable and show off your best side during the process, please do let us know.
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