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Working within the Logistics Operations team the successful applicant will be required to drive a range of delivery vehicles and Fork Lift (Counter Balance) trucks in and around RNAS Yeovilton. Duties will include the delivery of MOD owned equipment to multiple locations across the Station following a defined delivery schedule, interacting with Military, Civil Service, and Contractor personnel, and collecting unserviceable equipment for return into the approved repair cycle.

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

The Forward Delivery Service is an essential small team working within the Main Stores Group (MSG) of Logistics Operations at RNAS Yeovilton, who are responsible for delivering government owned equipment across the Station in accordance with the regulations defined within the Defence Logistics Framework (DLF). The successful applicant will be driving a range of 3.5 delivery vans, small mini vans (electric and Diesel powered), and a small 3000lb FLT.

Packages to be moved range in size from small jiffy bags, small boxes, crated gearbox's, Engines, and up to helicopter rotor blades. Commodities to be transported will include general engineering equipment, aircraft spares, inflammable goods (minimal quantities), and items of Stationery.

This is a dynamic position in a fast moving environment, the successful applicant will be expected to manage their material resources and prioritise effectively.

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Leadership
• Working Together
• Delivering at Pace

Navy Command provides an open, flexible and supportive work environment and Civil Servants and Armed Forces personnel work together in a wealth of interesting and challenging jobs in different disciplines, from finance; legal services; personnel and HR; project planning and managing contracts, to media and communications.

The MOD provides an excellent opportunity to develop skills through personal development and offers flexible working, excellent annual leave and maternity allowances and a

very competitive pension scheme. (25 days paid annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years' service).
At RNAS Yeovilton we understand the everyday commitments both inside and outside the workplace, so our aim is to provide the flexibility to maintain a great work-life balance. We also offer an impressive range of on-site facilities including a gymnasium, tennis courts and other sporting facilities, a children’s nursery, eateries, a handy shop, cinema along with clubs and other social opportunities. This post does not offer any assistance with relocation allowances.
Although the role is office based and you will be initially expected to work on the base, many functions can be done remotely, and the job has flexibility to be part home working once training is complete.
External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period.

Please note expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.

The post does not offer relocation expenses

Please note: Interview travel expenses will not be reimbursed.

Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.

Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.

Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/.

The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment by 31st December 2022. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments.

Job contact :

Name :
Keith Valentine
Email :
[email protected]
Telephone :
01935 456127

Recruitment team

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