As a Motor Transport Driver at Sodexo in HM Naval Base, Portsmouth, you will work in a dedicated team, to operate a variety of vehicles, including Passenger Carrying Vehicles (coach / minibus), Light Goods Vehicles (van /pick-up) and cars to meet customer requirements.
What you’ll do:
Ensure vehicles in use are fully compliant with Road Traffic Act and Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) requirements.
Report/rectify as appropriate any defect that might render a vehicle non-compliant.
Complete all task/reporting documentation in accordance with legal requirements and MoD/Sodexo operating procedures.
Work a maximum 5 in 7-day week, 20hrs or casual contract as required.
Work overtime as agreed to meet business requirements for out of hours commitments, which may include occasional overnight tasks.
Clean vehicles as directed by Line Management, thereby ensuring all vehicles utilised by the contracted service are maintained in a presentable/clean condition.
Carry out routine transport office administration, as directed by Line Management and any other associated MT duties.
Carry out any other reasonable tasks as determined by Line Management to meet the needs of the business, including support/cover for other staff when required
Actively promote a safe working culture and adhere to the Health and Safety procedures, processes, and the law.
What you bring:
Full clean Driving Licence
PCV Cat D1/ D driving licence (Inc. Hire and Reward)
Driver CPC qualification
Driver Digi Tachograph Card
Knowledge of Drivers Hours and Tachograph Regulations
Understanding of and compliant with all aspects of Road Transport legislation
Demonstrable driving experience and basic mechanical knowledge of vehicles
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Possess good written and numerical skills
Good geographical knowledge and awareness
Self-motivated and be able to use own initiative
What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:
Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including apprenticeships and a variety of learning and development tools.
Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
Flexible and dynamic work environment
Competitive compensation
Full training and full protective uniform supplied
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!
Package Description
20 hours per week
Monday - Sunday (Flexible)
£14.80 per hour
Car parking available on site
Check your local transport links here: Plan Your Journey | Traveline - the destination you should input is PO1 3LU
About The CompanyAbout Sodexo
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.
We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.
