Job Title: Bus and C+E Driver
PP-SRS-GRD: 684189
Location: RAF Mildenhall
Vacancy Number W
Open Date: 25 Sep 25
Close Date 27 Oct 25
Work Hours Per Week 234 every 6 weeks
Salary (Per Hour) £ £15.38
Plus a 15% shift allowance
S*_everal vacancies may be available - multiple selections may be made*_
We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of Bus Drivers at the 100 Logistics Readiness Squadron, Royal Air Force (RAF) Mildenhall, United Kingdom.
What will be your primary role?
The primary purpose of this position is to operate one or more types of gasoline, diesel, or electric powered wheeled vehicles typically having a maximum gross weight (Max GW) of up up to 44 tonnes. Operating articulated lorries and trucks and buses capable of carrying 16 or more passengers on public roads (or equivalent) in a full range of traffic conditions and at highway speeds.
The successful applicant will also operate one or more electric, LPG or diesel powered fork lift trucks. You will also be responsible for performing operator maintenance and maintaining records and documenting actions, all whilst utilizing safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintaining a safe and clean work environment.
Qualification requirements:
* Must hold a valid, in-date category C+E driving license
* Must hold a valid in-date category D driving license
* Must be able to provide a Drivers Certificate of Professional Competency (Driver CPC)
* A valid, in-date fork lift license is desirable but not essential
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We offer fantastic company benefits include:
· Competitive salary: the starting salary for this position is 14.05 per hour
· Holiday: 25 days Annual Leave + UK Bank Holidays
· Paid Sick Leave
· Pension Scheme
· Free On-Site Parking
· Employee extras such as: Life Assurance scheme, Employee Assistance Program, Specialized Training, Development Opportunities, Fitness Facilities, Receive time off, cash, and honorary awards for significant contributions
Overview of our Mission
U.S. Air Forces in Europe - United Kingdom (USAFE-UK), a forward detachment of USAFE, is headquartered at RAF Mildenhall, England a premier employer of over 1,200 local national employees with a right to work in the United Kingdom. Our jobs ranging from Administrative; Logistics; Trade and Labor (Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC), electrician, plumbers, and general Maintenance); Civil Engineers, Lawyers, Doctors and Administrative and Management positions. The organization further serves as the focal point for overseas negotiations with His Majesty's government on a wide range of issues. Our team is dedicated to excellence, innovation, and the highest standards of operational readiness.
Also known as the "Bloody Hundredth" conducts air refueling and combat support operations throughout the European and African area of responsibility. Directs reception and mobilizes for contingency operations. Base of support for four U.S. Air Force major command flying programs. Supports more than 8,300 military and civilian personnel, dependents, and retirees, to include U.S. Air Forces in Europe-United Kingdom, the 501st Combat Support Wing, 352nd Special Operations Wing, U.S. Army and five other partner units. Located at Royal Air Force Mildenhall in the United Kingdom, the 100 ARW is the only U.S. tanker wing assigned to Europe and Africa refueling U.S. and partner nation aircraft over a span of more than 20 million square miles employing the KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft. The wing also provides critical bridge, aerial medivac and cargo transport capabilities enabling U.S. forces to deploy around the globe in a moment's notice. The United States and the United Kingdom share a special bond nurtured over decades of commitment to our shared values of peace, security and prosperity. The depth of the US and the UK partnership will only grow as together we face the increasingly complex, high-end threats of today and tomorrow.
What are the Key Skills required for this role?
1. Knowledge of operating one or more gasoline, diesel, or electric powered wheeled vehicles with a max GW under 44 tonnes such as heavy load in-line trucks, or interstate motor coaches and knowledge of operating tractor and trailer combinations of up to 44 tonnes.
2. Knowledge of operating buses capable of carrying 16 or more passengers.
3. Knowledge of cargo handling and hauling techniques for safeguarding and protecting cargo.
4. Knowledge traffic and safety regulations, practices, and procedures pertaining to motor vehicle and fork lift operation.
5. Knowledge of operating one or more electric, LPG, or diesel powered fork lifts.
6. Ability to judge road/traffic conditions and read maps to determine the shortest and safest route; interpret instructions, specifications, etc. related to motor vehicle, fork lift, and power take-off unit operation and preventative maintenance; and meet pickup and delivery deadlines and schedules.
What are the conditions of employment for this role?
1. You will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules and regulations.
2. You may be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft and you may also be required to travel to the US or other country, in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training, this position may also be coded as mission essential.
3. You will be required to complete a 6-month probationary period.
4. Overtime may be required.
5. You may be assigned other duties not included in this position description, but that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the incumbent.
6. Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
7. Your hours of work will be 234 hours every 6 weeks consisting of 2 early shifts, 2 late shifts and 2 rest days a rostered schedule where start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with the organisation's flexible working policies.
8. This position requires the ability to discern colours, contrast and depth.
9. The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
10. Shift work and working at the weekend may be required.
11. Required to operate fork lifts to facilitate cargo loading/unloading, experience is desirable.
NOTE: You will require a security clearance and a right to work in the UK.
This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens including US dual nationals due to the Status of Forces Agreement. For additional information contact the LNDH team on
LNDH Application
Supporting Documents to be submitted via email to
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £28,493.40-£31,190.64 per year
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 684189