Motor Transport Driver

Overview

37.5 hours per week. 5 days out of 7 Monday - Sunday (Various shifts - Mornings, nights, weekends). £15.02 per hour. Onsite benefits include a 10% discount on Cost cutter shop, free car parking, reduced cost gym usage on site, subsidised food on site, access to Historic Dockyard at FMSP Portsmouth, Families Day and other special events on site. Sodexo rewards and benefits;

discounts at Sodexo partner brands. Due to security requirements you must have been continuously resident in the UK for the last 3 years to apply for this position.

Please note:

You may be required to take a First Aid Training course on site if you do not have this already. Check your local transport information.

Fabulous opportunity to join a global organisation with over 500,000 colleagues worldwide as a Motor Transport Driver and provide support to Armed Forces personnel at FMSP Portsmouth, PO1 4QT
. You will be responsible for operating a variety of vehicles, including passenger-carrying vehicles (coach/minibus), light goods vehicles (van/pick-up), and cars to meet the diverse needs of our clients.

• Responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Ensure vehicles in use are fully compliant with the Road Traffic Act and Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) requirements.
• Report and rectify any defects that may render a vehicle non-compliant.
• Complete all necessary task and reporting documentation in accordance with legal requirements and MoD/Sodexo operating procedures.
• Undertake overtime as required to meet business needs, including occasional overnight tasks.
• Maintain vehicles in a clean and presentable condition.
• Carry out routine transport office administration and other related Motor Transport duties as needed.
• Take on additional tasks as directed by Line Management, including providing support or cover for other staff when necessary.
• Promote and adhere to a safe working culture, ensuring compliance with Health and Safety procedures, processes, and legislation.

• Full clean UK driving license.
• PCV Category D driving licence (including Hire and Reward) with a minimum of 2 years’ driving experience.
• Driver CPC (DE) Qualification Card.
• Driver Digital Tachograph Card.
• Knowledge of Drivers Hours and Tachograph Regulations.
• Understanding and compliance with all aspects of Road Transport legislation.
• Demonstrable driving experience with basic mechanical knowledge of vehicles.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Good geographical knowledge and awareness.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Due to security requirements you must have been continuously resident in the UK for the last 3 years to apply for this position.

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems, including legal and financial advice, work-related or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app with rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including a 24hr virtual GP and other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan.
• A death in service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo.
• Opportunities for growth and learning, including apprenticeships and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help do your bit for the environment.
• Volunteering Opportunities to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• Flexible and dynamic work environment.
• Competitive compensation.
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!