Motor Transport Driver

Sodexo; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in the UK seeks a Part-Time Motor Transport Driver to operate a range of vehicles while ensuring compliance with transport regulations. The ideal candidate will hold a full UK driving license, have a minimum of two years' driving experience, and possess strong communication skills. This role offers competitive pay and benefits, including training and support for career development.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible work environment

Employee Assistance Programme

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ driving experience required.
• Knowledge of Drivers Hours and Tachograph Regulations essential.
• Understanding compliance with Road Transport legislation.

Responsibilities

• Operate various vehicles including passenger-carrying and light goods vehicles.
• Ensure vehicle compliance with legal requirements.
• Complete reporting documentation as per MoD/Sodexo procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentability of vehicles.

Skills

Full clean UK driving license

Strong communication skills

Geographical knowledge

Basic mechanical knowledge

Tools

Driver CPC Qualification Card

Driver Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

Overview

Part Time Motor Transport Driver, 20 hours per week, with shifts across Monday to Sunday (mornings, nights, weekends). £15.02 per hour. Car parking available on site. You may be required to take a First Aid Training course on site if you do not already have one.

Plan your journey: Check your local transport links.

What you’ll do

• Operate a variety of vehicles to meet client needs, including passenger-carrying vehicles (coach/minibus), light goods vehicles (van/pick-up), and cars.
• Ensure vehicles in use are fully compliant with the Road Traffic Act and DVSA requirements.
• Report and rectify any defects that may render a vehicle non-compliant.
• Complete all necessary tasks and reporting documentation in accordance with legal requirements and MoD/Sodexo operating procedures.
• Work a 20-hour week, up to 5 working days per 7-day period as directed by Line Management.
• 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.

What you bring

• Full clean UK driving license.
• PCV Category D1/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.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation and a flexible, dynamic work environment.
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied.
• Employee Assistance Programme, mental health and wellbeing support, including legal and financial guidance.
• Access to a health and wellbeing app with rewards, 24-hour virtual GP and additional services.
• Sodexo Discounts Scheme and prepayment cashback card.
• Money insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Sodexo Retirement Plan and a death in service benefit for colleagues.
• Opportunities for career growth, apprenticeships, and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities.