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Tomasz Polanski

Tomasz Polanski

Houghton Regis,Central Bedfordshire

Summary

A highly skilled and reliable driving professional with over 20 years of experience across the UK and Europe, specialising in coach, bus, and VIP transport.


Experienced in working with high-profile clients, including high-ranking government officials, and international sporting events such as Formula 1, UEFA and FIFA.


Holds a valid PCV/PSV (Cat. D) and Cat. B driving licence, CPC card, Digital Tachograph Card, and Digital Driver Card, ensuring full compliance with industry regulations.


Recognised for excellent communication and customer service skills, flexibility, punctuality, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.


Committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism while delivering exceptional service on every journey.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Private Luxury Coach Driver

White’s Coaches
London
07.2021 - 09.2025
  • Providing transport services for VIP clients, including high-ranking government officials, corporate events, as well as at international sporting events such as Premier League, Formula 1, UEFA and FIFA
  • Collaborating with Travellers Choice, NUCO Travel, Ellisons Travel, Abercrombie & Kent, Chabe and others
  • Ensuring the vehicle is driven safely at all times and to the high company standards
  • Conducting daily vehicle inspections; maintaining high standards of safety and reliability
  • Utilising GPS systems effectively to navigate unfamiliar routes and ensure accurate journey times

Bus Driver

Uno Bus
Hatfield
10.2020 - 06.2021
  • Driving low-floor and double decker buses
  • Picking up and dropping off passengers at designated stops
  • Dealing with customers and making sure they enjoy a safe, pleasant and comfortable journey
  • Ensuring the vehicle is driven safely at all times and to the high company standards
  • Issuing tickets and collecting fares

Coach Driver

Genius Travel Network
London
12.2015 - 03.2020
  • Driving coaches on both UK and European tours
  • Providing services for different occasions and clients, including VIP customers, and ensuring they get the best customer experience at all times
  • Contracting for the biggest travel companies, such as Thomas Cook and SOTC Travel
  • Ensuring the vehicle is driven safely and to the high company standards
  • Following all health & safety rules

Bus Driver

Metroline London Buses
London
07.2007 - 03.2015
  • Driving low-floor and double decker buses
  • Picking up and dropping off passengers at designated stops
  • Dealing with customers and making sure they enjoy a safe, pleasant and comfortable journey
  • Ensuring the vehicle is driven safely at all times and to the high company standards
  • Issuing tickets and collecting fares

Bus Driver

Travel West Midlands
Birmingham
07.2006 - 07.2007
  • Driving coaches on both UK and European tours
  • Providing services for different occasions and clients, including VIP customers, and ensuring they get the best customer experience at all times
  • Ensuring the vehicle is driven safely and to the high company standards
  • Following all health & safety rules

Taxi Driver

Self-employed
Krakow, Poland
12.2001 - 06.2006
  • Maintained safety by adhering to road regulations and traffic laws
  • Conducted financial transactions for fare collection efficiently, ensuring accuracy
  • Managed difficult driving conditions during inclement weather to ensure passenger safety
  • Enhanced passenger comfort by maintaining clean and orderly vehicle interiors

Previous experience

Self-employed
, Poland
09.1995 - 05.1998
  • Co-owner and Manager – Beauty salon
  • Sales Representative – Cosmetics Wholesaler
  • Baker – Bakery

Education

College -

09.1995 - 05.1999

Vocational School -

Gastronomy
Poland
09.1991 - 06.1995

Skills

  • PCV / PSV (cat D) driving license
  • Cat B driving license
  • Valid Digital Driver Card
  • Valid CPC card
  • Valid Digital Tachograph Card
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
    Independent, reliable and able to work under pressure
    Knowledge of main tourist attractions across the UK and Europe
  • Flexibility, punctuality, ability to work under pressure
  • Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge

Certification

- CPC Courses:

  • Thinking Outside the Bus
  • The Professional Driver
  • Maintaining Standards
  • Safety Matters
  • Focus on Change
  • Service Quality

- Safe Driving Diploma – Free from Accidents

- Caring for the Customer

- Avoidance of Conflict

- Disability Awareness

- IBus Training for Driver Operators

- Driving Standard Agency – Certificate of Excellence


Languages

English
Advanced
Polish
Native

References

References available upon request.

Additional Information

Willing to relocate

Fully flexible to work away from home for extended durations

Timeline

Private Luxury Coach Driver

White’s Coaches
07.2021 - 09.2025

Bus Driver

Uno Bus
10.2020 - 06.2021

Coach Driver

Genius Travel Network
12.2015 - 03.2020

Bus Driver

Metroline London Buses
07.2007 - 03.2015

Bus Driver

Travel West Midlands
07.2006 - 07.2007

Taxi Driver

Self-employed
12.2001 - 06.2006

Previous experience

Self-employed
09.1995 - 05.1998

College -

09.1995 - 05.1999

Vocational School -

Gastronomy
09.1991 - 06.1995

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