The job
Logistics Drivers are required to drive and operate a wide range of general and specialist vehicles , from Passenger Carrying Vehicles ( PCVs , which include cars , minibuses and coaches ), to both rigid and articulated Large Goods Vehicles ( LGV ) and mobile cranes ; you will also refuel aircraft using tankers . It will be your responsibility to make sure that RAF personnel and equipment get to the right place , at the right time and in good condition to meet Defence ’ s operational output . You will be driving or operating on exercises and on operational deployments , on and off airfields and throughout the world , both on paved roads or on rough terrain .
You will drive an array of different passengers ( including VIPs ), LGVs carrying an array of equipment , which will include transporting hazardous materials using the Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road ( ADR ) qualification you gained during your Initial Trade Training . Within your first few years , you will probably be detached overseas for anything from a few days , up to several months . As a specialist and professional vocational driver , you will be expected to maintain the highest standards of dress , deportment and driving technique . You must work as part of a team , whilst having the capability and confidence to work and make decisions independently . Full training and support package is available to the Logistics ( Driver ) throughout their career .
Your Future
Career Prospects
After completing one year ’ s total service , you will be eligible for promotion to Senior Aircraftman , providing you pass Trade Ability Tests and Basic Trade Training . Further promotion to the rank of Corporal and beyond is on merit by competitive selection and is subject to you completing your Further Movements Training and positive annual assessments .
Additional Qualifications
Opportunity to gain further qualifications include an Advanced Apprenticeship ( L3 ) in Driving Goods Vehicles , civilian accredited Advanced Driver Training with such courses as Tanker Anti-Rollover , requalification in ADR every 5 years and Digital Tachograph training . As you progress through the ranks , there are opportunities to advance your skills ; Corporals gain Instructional , Leadership and Management qualifications ; opportunities exist for instructors to complete recognised civilian training such as Certificate in Education ( Cert Ed ) at a reduced cost .