At a Glance
- Tasks: Transport soldiers and supplies globally while mastering various vehicles.
- Company: Join the British Army and be part of a dynamic team.
- Benefits: Earn £27,282, enjoy 30 days leave, and receive free healthcare.
- Other info: Work Monday to Friday, with opportunities for career advancement.
- Why this job: Gain valuable skills, travel the world, and make a real difference.
- Qualifications: Must be aged 16.5 to 35.5 and pass a fitness test.
The predicted salary is between 26334 - 27537 £ per year.
From £27,282 per year
As a full-time soldier, entry-level Driver for the British Army, you'll:
- Play an essential role in transporting soldiers and supplies across the world
- Ensure people, ammunition, rations, and equipment arrive safe and sound
- Drive through desert, jungle, snow, and mountain roads
- Train on a range of vehicles from quad bikes to HGVs
- Learn cross-country driving, convoy driving, navigating, loading, driving at night, and more
- Gain qualifications in logistics, including a Level 2 apprenticeship in Driving Goods Vehicles
To qualify, you must be between 16 years 6 months and 35 years 6 months and pass a basic fitness test.
During your initial training, you'll earn £27,282. If you set your mind to it, you could reach Corporal within 5 years, earning £40,989. You'll also receive 30 days' annual leave every year (plus bank holidays and extra leave after operations), free medical and dental care, cheaper living costs, and free gym and sports facilities. Unless you're away on operations or training exercises, you'll normally work 8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.
From your very first day of training with us, you'll be gaining transferrable skills – skills that could set you up for life. You don't need to know how to do the job before you get here, because we'll give you all the entry-level training you need. You'll even get to travel the world, taking part in the Army's adventurous training, and spending dedicated time playing the sports you love.
Get skills, get qualified, get confident. You Belong Here.
Driver in Glasgow employer: The Army
Join the British Army as a Driver and become part of a dynamic team that values your contribution to transporting soldiers and supplies globally. With a strong focus on personal development, you will receive comprehensive training, gain valuable qualifications, and enjoy a supportive work culture that prioritises your well-being with benefits like free medical care, generous leave, and opportunities for adventure. This role not only offers a competitive salary but also paves the way for career progression, making it an excellent choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
