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Motor Transport DriverSodexo • Portsmouth, England, GB
Motor Transport Driver

Motor Transport Driver

Sodexo • Portsmouth, England, GB
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Fabulous opportunity to join a global organisation with over 500,000 colleagues worldwide as a Motor Transport Driver and provide support to Armed Forces personnel at FMSP Portsmouth, PO1 4QT. You will be responsible for operating a variety of vehicles, including passenger‑carrying vehicles (coach/minibus), light goods vehicles (van/pick‑up), and cars to meet the diverse needs of our clients.

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. You will belong in a company and team that values you for who you are, act with purpose, and have an impact through everyday actions. You will be able to thrive in your own way, and we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families.

What you'll do:

  • Ensure vehicles in use are fully compliant with the Road Traffic Act and Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) requirements.
  • Report and rectify any defects that may render a vehicle non‑compliant.
  • Complete all necessary task and reporting documentation in accordance with legal requirements and MoD/Sodexo operating procedures.
  • 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.

Qualifications

  • Full clean UK driving licence.
  • PCV Category 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.
  • Due to security requirements, must have been continuously resident in the UK for the last 3 years.
  • First Aid Training (required on‑site if not already obtained).

Hours & Remuneration

  • 37.5 hours per week.
  • 5 days out of 7 (Monday‑Sunday); shifts include mornings, nights, weekends.
  • £15.02 per hour.

Benefits

  • 10% discount at Costcutter shop on site.
  • Free car parking.
  • Reduced cost use of gym on site.
  • Subsidised food available on site.
  • Access to Historic Dockyard at FMSP Portsmouth.
  • Families Day and other special events on site.
  • Sodexo rewards and benefits.
  • Discounts at Sodexo partner brands.
  • Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Free health and wellbeing app with 24‑hour virtual GP.
  • Sodexo Discounts Scheme.
  • Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
  • Sodexo Retirement Plan membership.
  • Death in Service benefit.
  • Apprenticeships and a variety of learning & development tools.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme.
  • Volunteering opportunities.
  • Flexible and dynamic work environment.
  • Competitive compensation.
  • Full training and full protective uniform supplied.
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