Job Introduction
- 37.5 hours per week
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5 days out of 7 Monday - Sunday (Various shifts - Mornings, nights, weekends)
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£15.47 per hour
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10% discount on Costcutter shop on site
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Free car parking
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Reduced cost use of gym on site
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Subsidised food available on site
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Access to Historic Dockyard at FMSP Portsmouth
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Families Day and other special events on site
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Sodexo rewards and benefits
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Discounts at Sodexo partner brands
Check your local transport links here: Plan Your Journey | Traveline - the destination you should input is Portsmouth, PO1 4QT
Job Description
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 HM Naval Base Portsmouth, Motor Transport Garage, Building 3/5, Portsmouth PO1 3LU. 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.
What you’ll do:
The key responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:
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Ensure vehicles in use are fully compliant with the Road Traffic Act and Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) requirements.
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Report and rectify any defects that may render a vehicle non-compliant.
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Complete all necessary task and reporting documentation in accordance with legal requirements and MoD/Sodexo operating procedures.
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Undertake overtime as required to meet business needs, including occasional overnight tasks.
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Maintain vehicles in a clean and presentable condition.
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Carry out routine transport office administration and other related Motor Transport duties as needed.
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Take on additional tasks as directed by Line Management, including providing support or cover for other staff when necessary.
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Promote and adhere to a safe working culture, ensuring compliance with Health and Safety procedures, processes, and legislation.
What you bring:
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Full clean UK driving license.
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PCV Category D driving licence (including Hire and Reward) with a minimum of 2 years’ driving experience.
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Driver CPC (DE) Qualification Card.
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Driver Digital Tachograph Card.
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Knowledge of Drivers Hours and Tachograph Regulations.
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Understanding and compliance with all aspects of Road Transport legislation.
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Demonstrable driving experience with basic mechanical knowledge of vehicles.
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Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
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Good geographical knowledge and awareness.
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Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and use initiative.
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Due to security requirements you must have been continuously resident in UK for last 3 years to apply for this position
What we offer:
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On-the-job training with experienced professionals
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Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
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Career development opportunities within Sodexo
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A friendly and supportive work environment
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Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
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Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.
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Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
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Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications
