Mini Bus Driver

Part‑Time Minibus Driver – Balfour Winery

Location

Balfour Winery, Staplehurst, Kent, TN12 0HT

Hours

Part‑time, Friday–Sunday (as required)

Pay

£12.71 per hour

Vehicles

7‑seater electric minibus & 17‑seater diesel minibus

Licence Requirement

Cat D1 driving licence essential

The Role

Balfour Winery is looking for a reliable, safety‑focused Part‑Time Minibus Driver to support guest transport around the winery, between our sites, to and from The Winemaker’s Pub in Goudhurst, and to and from Marden Station. This role suits someone who enjoys meeting people, takes pride in safe driving, and can adapt to varying weekend schedules.

Key Responsibilities

Safely operate both a 7‑seater electric minibus and a 17‑seater diesel minibus

Transport guests around the winery and between our other sites

Provide a friendly, professional welcome to our guests

Ensure vehicles are kept clean, charged/fuelled, and ready for use

Follow all road safety regulations and winery transport procedures

Assist with occasional event‑related transport needs

Requirements

Cat D1 driving licence (required to drive a 17‑seater minibus)

Strong awareness of passenger safety and comfort

Confident driving larger vehicles

Availability Friday, Saturday and Sunday when required

Professional, calm and customer‑focused attitude

Reliability and punctuality are essential

What We Offer

£12.71 per hour

Work within one of Kent’s most respected wineries

Supportive team environment

Varied weekend work in beautiful surroundings

Training on vehicle procedures and winery operations

Discounts at Balfour Winery and Balfour pubs

We welcome applications from a diverse range of individuals and will consider any reasonable adjustments to support candidates during the recruitment process. Please email kerry@balfourwinery.com for more information.