Driver & Fleet Manager

Quell; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Quell is seeking an experienced Driver & Fleet Manager to ensure safe, efficient, and timely transportation of equipment to client sites and events across the UK. You will manage fleet maintenance, lead drivers, and support logistics planning while representing the company professionally at all times.

The role requires a full UK driving licence, potential UK Security Clearance (SC) eligibility, and a proactive, flexible attitude to assist across operational activities.

Qualifications

• Full, clean UK driving licence is essential.
• C1+E certification is desirable.
• Strong commitment to safe and compliant driving practices.
• Ability to carry out daily vehicle inspections and basic maintenance checks.
• Ability to safely load, secure, transport, and unload equipment.
• Willingness to travel across the UK and possibly abroad.
• A proactive, can-do attitude with flexibility to support other tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage fleet maintenance, routine safety inspections, and timely repairs to keep vehicles roadworthy.
• Lead, train, and support drivers and support teams.
• Transport technical hardware and equipment safely to client sites and events across the UK and abroad as required.
• Load, secure, transport, and unload equipment with care to prevent damage.
• Support logistics planning by helping plan routes and provide delivery updates.
• Assist with non-driving projects and operational activities as needed.
• Represent the business professionally with clients, suppliers, and external stakeholders.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

C1+E certification

Safe and compliant driving

Vehicle inspections

Route planning

Team leadership

Customer service

UK travel flexibility

SC eligibility

Job description

Quell is a high-growth British defence and security AI technology start-up developing solutions to counter drone, vehicle, and human threats across the military, civilian and CNI sectors.

We are seeking an experienced Driver & Fleet Manager to support our teams. The Driver & Fleet Manager will play a key role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and timely transportation of equipment to client sites and events across the UK and perhaps abroad. Working as part of the wider operations team, this role is responsible for maintaining high standards of vehicle safety, handling equipment with utmost care, and representing the business professionally during deliveries.

While driving is a core element of the position, the successful candidate will also support wider operational activities as required, demonstrating flexibility, teamwork, and a proactive, can-do attitude.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage fleet maintenance, routine safety inspections, and timely repairs to ensure vehicles remain roadworthy and compliant with legal and company requirements.
• Staff management; lead, train, and support drivers and support teams
• Transport technical hardware and equipment safely and efficiently to client sites and event locations throughout the UK and possibly abroad.
• Load, secure, transport, and unload equipment with care to prevent damage and ensure safe handling at all times.
• Support logistics planning by helping plan routes, providing updates on deliveries, reporting vehicle defects, delays, or scheduling issues as required.
• Assist with non-driving projects and operational activities when required, demonstrating flexibility and a team-focused approach.
• Represent the business professionally at all times when interacting with clients, suppliers, and external stakeholders, delivering excellent customer service and maintaining the company's reputation.

Requirements

• Full, clean UK driving licence is essential.
• Category C1+E certification is desirable
• Clean driving record with a strong commitment to safe and compliant driving practices.
• Confident in carrying out daily vehicle inspections and basic maintenance checks, with the ability to identify and escalat…
• Ability to safely load, secure, transport, and unload technical equipment, ensuring it is protected throughout transit.
• Flexible approach to travel, with regular driving to client sites and event locations across the UK and possibly abroad.
• While driving is a key aspect of the role, there will be periods where you will support other areas of the business. A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to assist with additional tasks are essential.
• Excellent time management, reliability, and punctuality.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Previous experience in a structured driving environment, such as supermarket distribution, logistics, or parcel delivery, is highly desirable.
• Must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC).

Details

• Location: North Uttlesford / Greater Cambridge area, on-site
• Five days a week on-site (ie: this is not a hybrid role)
• Applicants must be fully eligible to work in the UK without restriction, time limit, or the need for current or future sponsorship.