A council is looking for a new chauffeur to drive VIPs around south Essex.

Rochford Council is looking to hire someone to supply a professional chauffeuring service to the chairman and other VIPs and dignitaries.

The role also includes providing general assistance during civic events.

It involves driving the chairman of the council to a range of civic engagements and being on hand to assist and take photographs at events if needed.

This will be within Rochford, Southend and Castle Point and further afield in Essex and, sometimes even London.

Candidates should be experienced drivers with a full, clean driving licence.  

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Previous chauffeuring experience would be beneficial but the council says full training will be given.

It is looking for "positive, hardworking and reliable" individuals who are willing to help wherever needed.

The role can involve long and unsociable hours, so being flexible and available at short notice is a must.

The salary is £10.19 to £10.39 per hour and the deadline to apply is July 7. 

To apply online click here or for an informal chat call Sonia Worthington on 01702 318141.