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HGV Class 1 C + E – HET OPERATOR – SPONSORED RESERVIST (SR)

Salaries start from £37k

To enquire about this position please email [email protected] or to discuss call 01980 667104

This is a FULL TIME POSITION. Salary can be over £37k plus uplifts and bounty giving an OTE of circa £55k.

We operate a fleet of 92 vehicles comprising a bespoke HGV designed to meet the requirements of an MoD contract to provide the Heavy Equipment Transport (HET) service. We currently have vacancies for HET Operators to undertake the peacetime movement of heavy armour, train as a military Army Reservist and complete home based commercial HGV driving activities.

Where you’ll work:

• In peacetime, Operators are based from home (anywhere in mainland UK).
• Peacetime HET driving is from UK bases in Bulford and Catterick, with a Germany base in Monchengladbach.
• You will be affiliated to 19 Tank Transporter Squadron, a Regular sub-unit based in Bulford, on completion of all Military training and acceptance as a Sponsored Reservist (SR).
• We are extremely passionate about the work we do. Our diverse team focuses on our contract requirement with the MoD and have the drive and energy needed to continue to deliver our success.

What you’ll do – Your time is divided between:

• Driving tank transporters in peacetime. Your primary role is the movement of Heavy Armour on behalf of the Army. This will involve UK and some Germany travel.
• As a Sponsored Reservist you will take part in Military Training and Exercises.
• Commercial Driving home based. In peacetime, when not undertaking your primary HET driving role, you will be assigned to a driving Agency in your local area.
• You may be trained as Emergency Fire Crew operators including “Blue Light” driving. This attracts a premium payment.
• Operators can expect to be deployed on Operations in military uniform for which salary is uplifted by 50%.
• The above is a summary of main duties only, other duties may be required to be fulfilled to meet the changing requirements of this role.

Skills & Qualifications required for the role:

• We are looking for highly motivated team players who are seeking a fulfilling and challenging career.
• Reliable HGV drivers who hold a C + E Licence. Commercial experience highly desirable.
• You must not exceed 6 points on your licence
• You will need to be medically and physically fit to meet the Army training requirements (click on the bold words for full details).
• Willing to work away from home when required.
• Previous Military experience desirable, but not essential. Serving Regulars or Reservists can transfer directly.
• The successful applicant will need to demonstrate they can work as part of a wider team and be committed to delivering an effective service to the Company clients.

FTX recognises the positive value of inclusion and promotes equality. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. You must be eligible to join the British Armed Forces.

To enquire about this position, please email [email protected].