United States
Sector
Keyword
Driver
Taxi Driver
Personal Driver
Minimum ? 12th
Certified training for Chauffeur Level 5 (programme aligned to ASC/Q 9711 released by Automotive Skills Development Council)
0 years if ASDC Driver Level 4 certificate holder3-4 years in driving a high-end four wheeler vehicle
The tasks a Chauffeur Level 5 is expected to perform include:
Driving the owner/customer from one place to another within the city or out station
Maintaining the vehicle
Familiarity with road safety laws
Familiarity with driving high-end cars
Knowledge of route planning
Knowledge of routes within the city
Knowledge of car maintenance and car hygiene
Knowledge of vehicle tracking technology like GPS
Familiarity with both automatic and manual gear vehicles
Excellent driving skills
Training in ASDC Chauffeur Level 4 and ASDC Auto Service Technician Level 3
Training in the laws and regulations related to road use and safety, navigation system, etc.
Good communication skills
Polite and calm composure
Dependable
Punctual
Flexible
It is not a desk job
Need not handle a team
Local travelling is not a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs are available
Work from home option is not available
Working hours
Working is 11/12 hours a day for 6/7 days a week
Shift system is available
Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?No
This job is considered mildly dangerous or hazardous
One may develop occupational hazards like stress, body ache, injuries, fatigue etc.
Health risks include accidents, etc.
For freshers INR10,000 toINR15,000 per month
For candidates with 2-4 year of experience or more -INR18,000 toINR20,000 per month
(These figures are indicative and subject to change)
Market Size of Automotive Sector in India
The cumulative Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflow into the Indian automobile industry during the period April 2000 ? August 2014 was recorded at US$ 10,119.68 million, as per data by the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP). This industry accounts for 22 per cent of the country's manufacturing Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
Future Trends of Automotive Sector in India
The future of the auto industry depends on the positive sentiments and the demand for vehicles in the market. The Indian auto sector will see a rise in demand which is expected to bring in major growth. An auto dealer survey by the firm UBS suggested that the Indian auto industry, riding on trends like the upcoming festival season and the decline in fuel price, will observe a 12 per cent y-o-y growth in FY15. The Automobile Mission Plan for the period 2006?2016, designed by the government, is aimed at accelerating and sustaining growth in this sector.
Employment Scenario of Automotive Sector
With a 6.7% contribution to India?s GDP, the automobile industry is one of the key manufacturing sectors in India. India is currently the sixth largest passenger car producer in the world with an annual turnover of around 55 billion USD in FY 2013 and employs around 18.5 million people (directly and indirectly). Direct employment includes personnel working with automobile OEMs and auto component manufacturers (about 30% to 40%). Indirect employment includes personnel working in enabling industries, such as vehicle finance and insurance, vehicle repair, vehicle service stations, vehicle maintenance, vehicle and component dealers, drivers, cleaners, etc. (about 60 to 70%). This means there will be an increase in job opportunities for Chauffeurs Level 5.
Individual households
Hotels
Travelling agencies across India
Cities across India
Will be updated
Institute of Chauffeur Services
Aravali Institute of Safe Driving Pvt. Ltd
Institute of Road Safety & Fleet Management
Will be updated
