MPV Driver - Eastleigh Depot

Balfour Beatty Plc; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Rail infrastructure provider is seeking an experienced MPV Driver at the Eastleigh depot. The role involves safely operating a Multi-Purpose Vehicle to transport equipment for critical projects. Candidates must hold a valid Sentinel Card, demonstrate strong safety practices, and possess excellent communication skills. The position offers an attractive salary, 25 days leave, pension, and other employee benefits.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension savings scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity policies

Refer and Earn scheme

Discretionary annual salary reviews

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of railway health and safety standards, especially in train operations.
• Up-to-date route knowledge and familiarity with the rail infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and control a Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV).
• Transport and deliver equipment to support operational delivery on the rail network.
• Perform minor maintenance and repairs on the MPV.
• Collaborate with a small, dedicated team on high-profile projects.

Skills

Qualified train driver

Strong safety record

Strong communication skills

Customer-focused attitude

Education

Valid Sentinel Card

Full UK driving licence

Job description

About the role

Build a Career to Be Proud Of – Join Our Rail Team as an MPV Driver

At our Eastleigh depot in Hampshire, we don’t just build infrastructure—we build exceptional careers. We’re looking for a dedicated MPV Driver to join our Rail team and play a vital role in delivering high-profile projects across the network.

About the Role

As an MPV (Multi-Purpose Vehicle) Driver, you’ll be at the heart of our operations, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of essential equipment to the Network Rail infrastructure. This is a key position within our Multi-Purpose Vehicle & Module Operation unit, offering the opportunity to work on critical shifts and contribute to the success of major contracts.

What you'll be doing

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate and control a Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV)
• Transport and deliver equipment to support operational delivery on the rail network
• Perform minor maintenance and repairs on the MPV
• Collaborate with a small, dedicated team on high-profile projects
• Work flexibly to accommodate a roster that includes nights, weekends, bank holidays, and short-notice changes

Who we're looking for

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified train driver with a strong safety record
• Solid understanding of railway health and safety standards, especially in train operations
• Holder of a valid Sentinel Card
• Up-to-date route knowledge and familiarity with the rail infrastructure
• Understanding of core asset modules
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Customer-focused with a professional attitude
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points

Why work for us

Our people are our biggest asset, and we focus on recruiting, training and developing the people who can apply innovation to deliver the infrastructure of the future. We nurture these talents, offer a great benefits package in addition to a competitive base salary and continually invest in developing the skills of our people at every level.

Some of our key benefits are:

• An attractive/negotiated salary;
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays;
• Pension savings scheme;
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies;
• A whole host of other BB staff employee benefits (discounts, exclusive offers etc.);
• Refer and Earn scheme;
• Discretionary annual salary reviews.

About us

Balfour Beattyis a leading Rail infrastructure provider. We work at the heart of the UK’s railway network – designing, enhancing and maintaining thousands of miles of the railway that connect communities and underpin growth.

Our expertise covers design and manufacturing, civils, track, reactive maintenance, electrification, signalling, power systems and rail plant.

We have a strong order book and a positive pipeline of opportunities, and we put our customers, rail users, and our people at the heart of everything we do.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone D&I Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/