Refuel Driver

Serco; Helston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Pension scheme

Internal courses & apprenticeships

Employee assistance programme

Retail discounts

Volunteer day

Employee networks

Job summary

Serco is recruiting a Refuel Driver at RNAS Culdrose, Helston, to safely deliver and manage aviation fuel for military and civilian aircraft in a regulated environment.

The role involves refuelling, supporting airfield operations, and ensuring safety and compliance across shift patterns including nights and on-call duties.

You must hold a Category C HGV Class 2 licence; ADR Class 3 desirable; CPC desirable; CP standard; BPSS clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• Holder of a Category C (HGV Class 2) driving licence.
• ADR certificate for Class 3 flammable liquids is desirable but not essential.
• Driver CPC qualification and up-to-date training are desirable but not essential.
• Colour Perception standard – normal or Ishihara pass.
• Strong safety mindset with attention to detail.
• Ability to work flexibly across shifts, including nights and on-call duties.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate HGV Class 2 vehicles for refuelling/defueling of aircraft
• Conduct aviation fuel quality assurance testing across bulk and mobile storage
• Support airfield operations, including driving on airfields and public highways
• Operate bulk fuel installations and maintain refuelling equipment
• Participate in shift patterns and on-call rotas to meet operational requirements
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and regulatory standards

Skills

HGV Class 2 driving

ADR Class 3 (flammable liquids)

Driver CPC qualification

Colour Perception (CP) standard

Job description

Location: RNAS Culdrose, Helston, TR12 7RH

Salary: Competitive plus excellent benefits

Schedule: Full-time, 38 hours per week. Monday to Friday with shift patterns, including days, nights and participation in an on-call rota.

Ready to impact a better future?

As a Refuel Driver in our Aircraft Engineering Support and Airfield Services team, you’ll play a vital role in keeping aviation operations moving by safely delivering and managing fuel for military and civilian aircraft in a highly regulated environment.

From day-to-day refuelling to supporting critical flying operations, your work will directly contribute to operational readiness and safety. This is a hands‑on role where precision, responsibility and teamwork come together to create a positive impact on essential services and the communities they support.

What You’ll Do As a Refuel Driver

• Drive and operate HGV Class 2 vehicles for the refuelling and defueling of aircraft
• Conduct aviation fuel quality assurance testing across bulk and mobile storage
• Support airfield operations, including driving on airfields and public highways
• Operate bulk fuel installations and maintain refuelling equipment
• Participate in shift patterns and on-call rotas to meet operational requirements
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and regulatory standards at all times

Does this sound like you?

• Hold a Category C (HGV Class 2) driving licence
• Hold a valid ADR certificate for Class 3 flammable liquids in tanks, desirable but not essential
• Have a Driver CPC qualification and up-to-date training, desirable but not essential
• Be Colour Perception (CP) standard – normal / Ishihara pass
• Demonstrate a strong safety mindset and attention to detail
• Can work flexibly across shifts, including nights and on-call duties

What We Offer

• 28 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships (we currently offer over 60 different apprenticeships), mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.
• Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres, and 24/7 access to a virtual GP service
• Discounts across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
• Paid volunteering day, tax-free charitable giving through Payroll Giving Scheme, donate your pennies from your monthly pay to the Serco People Fund Charity
• Our employee networks support connection by providing spaces for collaboration, learning, and belonging. They represent and empower all our colleagues including veterans, LGBTQIA+ employees, women, parents and carers, people with disabilities, and people from all cultural backgrounds.

Vetting And Checks

This role requires Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance, which involves verifying your identity, employment history, nationality, and criminal record to meet government security standards. In addition, depending on the nature of the role, you may need to obtain formal Security Clearance (such as CTC or SC), which includes more detailed background checks on employment, criminal record, and financial history to ensure suitability for working in secure environments. Please note that UK residency requirements may apply for certain levels of clearance. You will also complete an Occupational Health Questionnaire so we can identify and provide any support you may need to undertake the role effectively.

A Little Bit About Us

At Serco, everyone plays a vital part in delivering essential public services that make a real difference. As a global team of 50,000 people across Defence, Transport, Justice, Immigration, Healthcare, Leisure and Citizen Services, we’re united by a shared purpose: to improve the services that communities rely on. Guided by our values of Trust, Care, Innovation and Pride, our people make meaningful impact, every single day.

Our Inclusive Recruitment Commitment

We prioritise your skills and potential. As a Disability Confident Leader, the Top Great British Employer of Veterans 2026, and a Gold Inclusive Employer Standard holder, we champion equal opportunities for all. We offer flexible and hybrid working where possible and make reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment.

• Guaranteed Interview Scheme: Applicants with disabilities, veterans and people with convictions, who meet the minimum job criteria, are guaranteed an interview. Simply opt into the relevant scheme on the application form.
• Ban The Box: We also support fair access for those with unspent criminal convictions through our ‘Ban the Box’ pledge (some roles may have security exemptions).