Shift Driver

Career Opportunity: Shift Driver at Babcock International (RAF Cosford, Shropshire)

Are you a skilled and safety-conscious driver seeking a role that offers genuine impact and professional growth? Babcock International, a leader in creating a safe and secure world, is looking for a dedicated Shift Driver to join their team at the RAF Cosford site in Shropshire.

This is more than just a driving position; it's an opportunity to play a crucial part in supporting vital operational logistics for a high-profile Ministry of Defence (MOD) contract. Reporting to the Transport Manager, you will contribute directly to Babcock's mission-critical work.

Key Advantages for Candidates:

• Meaningful Contribution: Be part of a team that directly supports national defence and security objectives. Your role is integral to the smooth operation of a significant MOD contract.
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits: The role offers an attractive salary of £31,683.74 per annum, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package. This includes a generous holiday allowance, a matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance, and access to Aviva DigiCare+ for health and wellbeing support.
• Career Development and Stability: This is a full-time, permanent position, offering job security and the chance to build a long-term career within a reputable global company. Babcock also provides excellent development opportunities and an employee assistance program to support your overall wellbeing.
• Diverse Driving Experience: You will have the opportunity to operate a range of vehicles, including cars, vans, minibuses, and coaches, requiring a minimum Category D licence. This broadens your practical driving skillset.
• Work-Life Balance Considerations: While a permanent role, the shift patterns are structured to offer a degree of predictability. The shifts are designed to cover operational needs, and the role is based entirely on-site at RAF Cosford, eliminating lengthy commutes for those in the local area.

Key Considerations for Your Career Path:

• Essential Licences and Experience: A strong candidate will possess a full Category D driver’s licence (excluding Category D1) and demonstrable experience in operating Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) or passenger coaches. Proficiency and a keen awareness of road safety are paramount.
• Security Clearance Requirement: This role necessitates the successful candidate to achieve and maintain Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service + Security Check (EDBSSC) security clearance. Candidates should be aware that nationality, place of birth, and residency may impact eligibility for security clearance due to national security and Trade Control restrictions.
• Shift Work and Flexibility: The role operates on a shift basis, with clearly defined patterns for early, day, and late shifts. Applicants should be prepared to work flexibly across these patterns and be adaptable to working beyond core driving duties when required, as aligned with their training and competencies.
• Site-Based Role: The position is exclusively based at RAF Cosford, Shropshire. This offers stability and immersion within the operational environment but means it is not a remote or hybrid working opportunity.

Babcock International is committed to fostering an inclusive culture and is a disability-confident employer. They are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements during the interview process. If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a tangible difference and are ready to embrace the responsibilities and opportunities this role presents, this could be an excellent next step in your professional journey.