Job Description

Job Title:

Bus Driver

PP-SRS-GRD:

W-5703-04

Location:

RAF Mildenhall

Vacancy Number

126084

Open Date:

22 August 2025

Close Date

5 September 2025

Work Hours Per Week

234 hours every 6 weeks

Salary (Per Hour)

13.30- 14.56

Several 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 at the , Royal Air Force (RAF) , United Kingdom.

What will be your primary role?

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of Bus Drivers at the 100th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Royal Air Force Mildenhall, United Kingdom.

The primary purpose of this position is to drive an array of vehicles, buses and cars on RAF Mildenhall and UK roads. Operators will conduct and record daily checks, reporting appropriate issues to a supervisor. This position is rostered over 7 days, 2x early shifts, 2x late shifts, and 2x days off, repeated over 6 weeks.

A valid UK Category D driving license and a DCPC (Drivers Cert of Professional Competency) is required for this position.

For specific qualification requirements for this position, you can visit: Federal Wage System Qualifications (opm.gov)

If you're looking for a challenging, gratifying career supporting the US Visiting Forces in the United Kingdom -- this job is for you; apply today!

We offer fantastic company benefits include:

Competitive salary:

the starting salary for this position is

13.30 + 15% shift differential = 15.29 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

Why the US Air Force/Royal Air Force civilian employment?

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?

Knowledge of operating buses capable of carrying 16 or more passengers.
Knowledge of cargo handling and hauling techniques for safeguarding and protecting cargo.
Knowledge of traffic and safety regulations, practices, and procedures pertaining to motor vehicle and fork lift operation.
Knowledge of operating one or more gasoline, diesel, or electrical powered wheeled vehicles with a GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) under 44 tonnes such as heavy load in-line trucks, or interstate motor coaches.
Knowledge of operating one or more electric, LPG or diesel powered fork lifts.
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; ad meet pickup and delivery deadlines and schedules.

What are the conditions of employment for this role?

You will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules and regulations. 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. You will be required to complete a 6-month probationary period (remember to change if firefighter). Overtime may be required, and 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. Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

This position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast and depths. The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends and/or holidays. Shift work and working weekends may be required. The incumbent may be subject to random testing for drug use. Experience in operating fork lifts to facilitate cargo loading/unloading is desirable. May be assigned other duties not included in this position description, but are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the incumbent.

The shifts for this position will be:
2 x early shifts - 06.00 - 14.00
2 x late shifts - 13.30 - 22.00
2 x days off

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 01638 544955.

Supporting Documents to be submitted via email to 100fss.fsmc6@us.af.mil

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 31,008.12-33,948.72 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Canteen Free parking Gym membership Life insurance On-site gym On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 126084