Season 26/27 - Staff Shuttle Driver

Job Title: Staff Shuttle Driver

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Shuttle Driver to transport staff smoothly and efficiently between designated locations.

This role is essential in ensuring punctual arrivals, safe travel, and a comfortable experience for all passengers.

JOB OVERVIEW/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safely transport staff between designated locations in accordance with schedules
• Ensure punctual departures and arrivals at all times
• Plan and manage daily routes efficiently, considering traffic and road conditions
• Follow all safety regulations and company driving policies
• Respond calmly and appropriately to unexpected situations or delays
• Provide a courteous and professional experience for all passengers
• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable vehicle environment
• Support team operations by ensuring smooth daily transportation
  

Training and support will be provided to help you succeed in the role.

REQUIREMENTS

【Must】

• Experience
  • Experience driving vehicles safely and responsibly in a professional or daily driving context
  • Proven ability to operate vehicles punctually and reliably according to schedules
    
• Education and Qualification
  • Valid working visa in Japan
    
  • Valid Driver’s License (Japanese, international, or foreign driver’s license with an official Japanese Translation)
• Skills
  • Strong awareness of road safety and traffic regulations
  • Ability to drive calmly and safely in both familiar and unfamiliar environments
  • Attention to detail to ensure smooth and comfortable journeys
  • Ability to communicate clearly and courteously with passengers
• Language Skills
  • Conversational level or above in English
• Competencies
  • High level of punctuality, reliability, and responsibility
  • Strong commitment to passenger safety and comfort
  • Cooperative mindset and ability to work as part of a team
  • Calm and professional response to unexpected situations
  • Friendly, polite, and professional attitude toward colleagues

【Preferred】

• Experience
  • Experience driving staff, guests, or groups
  • Experience driving on unfamiliar routes or in varying road conditions
• Education and Qualification
  
  • Additional driving-related certifications or training
    
• Skills
  • Ability to adjust routes flexibly based on traffic or road conditions
• Language Skills
  • Conversational or above in Japanese
• Competencies
  • Positive and proactive approach to work
  • Willingness to support colleagues and contribute to a positive work environment
    

Employment Terms and Condition

Contract Period & Renewal

• Contract Period: 11/3/2026 - 3/31/2027
• Contract renewal: Applicable
• Reason of Renewal: 
  • Employee’s work performance and attitude.
  • Company’s business demands.

Duty, Work Location & Scope of Changes

• Duty: may be changed as determined by the company
• Initial Work Location: one of the company’s properties in Niseko Area, Rusutsu or Furano, Hokkaido
• Scope of changes: company properties in Niseko Area, Rusutsu or Furano.
  • Training may be conducted at other location.
  • Employees may be required to work at different properties based on operational needs.
    
  • The initial assignment will be determined by the company.

Commuting & Workplace policy

• Private Vehicle Commuting: Not permitted
• Measures to prevent passive smoking: indoor smoking prohibited

Working hours, Days off & Overtime

• Working hours / Shift schedule: Up to 8 hours between 06:00 to 23:00
• Days off: two days off per week (based on shift schedule)
• Overtime: Yes
• Monthly Average Overtime Hours: 10 hours per month
• 36-Article Agreement (overtime): Applicable (Due to seasonal factors and a high concentration of orders from general customers, periods of increased workload are expected)

Salary Package / Benefit

• Salary: 1,500 yen / per hour
• A 25%-night premium applies to working hours between 22:00 to 23:00
• Subsidized Ski Pass on your location or Recreational Allowance
  
• Social Insurance Available (Health insurance, Employee pension, Employment Insurance, Workers’ accident compensation insurance), if eligible.
• Staff Accommodation Available
• Company Events