Job Advertisement:
Shift Driver
AMC- RAF Alconbury, PE28 4DA
Permanent, Full time, 39 hours (shift patterns may vary)
Competitive salary plus benefits
Serco have an exciting opportunity for a Shift Driver to join the team at RAF Alconbury.
Reporting to the Serco Vehicle Operations Supervisor, the role requires you to drive left hand drive vehicles for passenger shuttles between set locations, as well as scheduled and unscheduled driving duties to meet our customers’ needs. The 7-day operation is covered through shift work, where you will be responsible for the safe operation of a variety of United States Air Force vehicles.
The role offers driving variety and you will be joining a supportive team and a friendly working environment.
Main Accountabilities:
* Safely drive passengers between set locations, maintain timely arrival and departure in accordance with the pre-determined schedule.
* You will be required to work a 5-day week covering a 7-day shift pattern. 2 weekends (AM or PM) in every seven will be worked, with a shift allowance being given during this time.
* You will be required to carry out various yard duties when driving duties are not required.
* There will also be a requirement to maintain the vehicles to a suitable standard through cleaning, washing and reporting any mechanical or technical faults to the maintenance department.
* Always maintain excellent interpersonal skills
* The ability to multi-task to assist in other contracted areas – learning various roles and skills, for which training will be provided.
* You will be responsible for the safe operation of customer owned vehicles, tools and equipment.
* Any other contractual duties as required by the Vehicle Operations Supervisor or Site Manager.
What you’ll need to do the role:
Essential:
* To have experience of regular driving commitments.
* Have a clean PCV or HGV Class 1 driving licence.
* Have a current Drivers CPC card or willing to obtain one through our training program.
* To be able to communicate with customers at all levels in a polite manner.
* Able to work as part of a team.
* Be physically fit and able to lift heavy items.
Desirable:
* C+E Licence
* Forklift Licence
* IT literate
The role is subject to gaining the appropriate Security Clearance and enhanced CRB check.
What we offer
* Salary: Competitive salaries with annual reviews
* Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
* Holidays: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
* Training and development: We offer a wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression
* Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres
* Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
* ShareSave scheme: Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period
* Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community
* Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.
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At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. As a proud Disability Confident Leader and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard, disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.
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