Driver & Leading Hand

Aspire Defence Services Limited; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected defence services company is seeking a Driver - Leading Hand to provide a professional transport service in Salisbury. The ideal candidate must hold relevant driving licences, including a Cat. C Licence, and have excellent communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary of £32,900 per annum along with comprehensive employee benefits such as annual leave, pension plans, and health benefits. If you are ready to join a dynamic team, apply now to support the armed forces across Hampshire and Wiltshire.

Benefits

Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays

Pension Plan matched up to 6%

Private medical and dental insurance

Discounted gym membership

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Current driving licences with no endorsements.
• Willingness to work occasional nights away.
• Understanding of military/transport processes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and professional transport service to customers.
• Operate vehicles in accordance with appropriate licence on public roads.
• Act as Leading Hand for designated group of drivers.
• Complete and handle tachographs correctly.
• Assist line management with tachograph analysis.

Skills

Effective communicator

Flexible

Customer-focused

Team planner

Strong work ethic

Education

Current Cat. C, D1 or D Licence

Driver CPC Qualification Card

Tachograph card

Job description

Join Our Team as a Driver - Leading Hand Category C/D at Aspire Defence Service Limited (ADSL)

• Salary: £32,900 per annum

• Hours:37 hours per week, opportunity for Overtime and working weekends.

• Location: Larkhill

Are you ready to join a dynamic team where innovation thrives? Aspire Defence Services Limited (ADSL) is seeking a passionate and results-driven LEADING HAND DRIVER Category C/D to be part of our exciting journey.

What We Offer

• Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell holiday

• Pension Plan: Contributory Company Pension Plan matched up to 6%

• Insurance: Individual life assurance and personal accident cover

• Employee Benefits Portal: Access to private medical, private dental, discounted gym membership, and discounted shopping at over 100 brands and outlets

• Reward and Recognition: Celebrate outstanding achievements

• Employee Assistance Program: Funded program with onsite mental health first aiders

Your Role

• Provide a safe and professional transport service to customers, consistently conducting oneself in a manner that upholds the standards and reputation of the company.

• To operate all vehicles in accordance with the appropriate licence category, both on public roads and during exercises on MoD training sites, in a fully professional manner.

• Act as a Leading Hand for a designated group of drivers over a specified period or task, and to undertake other duties as directed by line management to support the efficient delivery of the transport service.

• Correct completion and handling of tachographs on applicable vehicles and download hire and O licence vehicles using the company card.

• Assist line management with effective tachograph analysis to the driving team and assist other drivers through the sharing of knowledge and previous experience.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualifications: Hold a current Cat. C, D1 or D Licence with no endorsements. A current Driver CPC Qualification Card and Tachograph card. With evidence of training in current Driver CPC period.

• Experience: An understanding of military/transport processes, and sound knowledge of Drivers Hours and Tachograph Regulations. Must have a willingness to work occasional nights away.

• Skills: Effective communicator, flexible, and customer-focused. Team Planner with a win-win mindset, strong work ethic, and willingness to work occasional nights away.

• Driving Licence: Full UK valid driving licence required.

Additional Information

• Our garrisons are tobacco-free working environments.

• Security clearance is required prior to starting with us.

• We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate against protected characteristics. All candidates will be given equal consideration through our established procedures.

• Please note, this vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Ready to Join Us? If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, apply now and be part of our dedicated team supporting the armed forces across Hampshire and Wiltshire.