Southern Cross is a leader in the Chauffeured Car and Corporate Car market, catering to the growing demand for a reliable, clean and friendly, car-with-driver service. Southern Cross services a well established, blue chip client base and franchisees enjoy the benefits of running a simple one-man business with all marketing, booking and billing functions taken care of.
About Southern Cross The success of Southern Cross is based on the positive experience our customers enjoy when travelling with us. Our owner-driver franchisees are passionate about delivering excellent customer service.
Our clients have come to expect that their car will be clean and on time; their driver will be well presented and know where he is going. We service a broad range of clients including multi-national Corporations, major insurance Companies, Government Agencies and a range of Private businesses and individuals.
Who needs a chauffeured car? You may be surprised. Getting to the Airport is only part of the story. Business meetings, Corporate functions, medical appointments, business site inspections, international delegates; our utility to our clients is limited only by our availability and accessibility. We don't do stretches or party buses - we leave that to the other guys.
What's in it for me? As a franchisee owner-driver with Southern Cross, the benefits include:
Regular, ongoing work:Southern Cross has a long-standing track record of growng demand from its clients. New franchisees are active from day one and have a very short "ramp-up" period
A proven and long-standing business format:
We build our business on long-term relationships with our clients and franchisees. Some of our current franchisees started with us in 1997.
Flexible working hours:
We work with you. Night Owl / Early to bed - Early to rise / Half-Day Harry. It takes all types and the requirements on your availability are flexible. You also have the option to engage an additional driver, keeping your car on the road and your life in balance.
An obligation free business trial period:
We want you to be a success from the moment your car hits the road. We see no point in you investing your hard-earned without knowing this opportunity is for you. Qualifying applicants may work in the business for 30 days without obligation to commit further.
Independent business arrangement:As a franchisee, it's your car and your business. You benefit from the established Southern Cross brand, client base and business systems.
What's required from me? Character Success in this business requires a consistent approach over the life of the car. You are reliable, well-presented and thrive on delivering great customer service. You take pride in your appearance and manner and are fastidious about the presentation of your car. You can be trusted to be on time and with anyone who travels or anything you hear in your car.
Knowledge and Qualifications
A good working knowledge of Metropolitan Melbourne goes a long way. If you haven't spent your life on the road (like many of our franchisees) you will learn places you may never have heard of over the first few months.
Finance
Your investment is comprised as follows:$20,000 will cover your training, uniform and franchise fee$50,000 will buy you the State Government issued, Commercial Passenger Vehicle (MH) LicenceAlso allow $55,000 to $65,000 for your new car.
Where do I start?
To get started you will need the Government issued Driver's Certificate (DC). This licences you to drive a Chauffeured (VHA/B) car in Victoria. We then test your geography, driving and route planning skills. We do one week's training (two days in house) and book a trial vehicle for you. Only after a successful trial do you commit to a car and MH Licence