Job Description

DESCRIPTION



This role is based at Amazon building SXW2



The EU Amazon Transportation Services (ATS), Transportation Operations Management (TOM) team is looking for currently serving armed forces personnel or those who have recently left the military in the last 4 months to join the Transportation Associate Programme. Our aim is to add new commercial drivers to the driver pool whilst delivering for our customers across the UK. We are looking for Ex military C+E drivers with strong ownership and collaboration skills who are committed to ensuring the safe and on-time delivery of our customers' goods.



Key job responsibilities

Adhere to company rules and regulations and make safety a priority at all
times

Operate HGVs in yard to move trailers to/from dock and parking locations and

over public roads as required while staying on predetermined routes and using


approved equipment and technology

Comply with professional driver regulations (size, weight, route designations,
parking, violation and incident reporting requirements, working hours and


break periods, etc.)

Refuel vehicle and complete driver vehicle inspection reports on equipment
and notify managers of any maintenance or delivery issues encountered

Follow delivery schedules, track and report working hours and breaks at
appropriate times, obey all applicable traffic laws, and drive in accordance with


weather/road conditions

Work at locations within a geographic area on an as needed basis to support
the business, 40 hours/week and overtime as required

Drive, manoeuvre, and load/unload a HGV using approved equipment (pallet
jack, etc.), with or without reasonable adjustments (if applicable)

Ability to follow and enforce safety measures and policies to all who enter the
yard, including vendors and senior team members



A day in the life

TAP drivers are vital members of ATS and play a crucial role in helping Amazon


delight our customers. You will be responsible for safely operating heavy goods


vehicles (HGV) as assigned to perform trailer moves in Amazon yards and over


public roads across multiple site types. Drivers will operate scheduled shifts.



About the team

EU Amazon Transportation Services (ATS) is a high-powered dynamic team


which is shaping middle-mile planning and execution, and developing and


applying innovative transportation management concepts to improve and


enhance the Amazon Transportation network to ultimately drive the best


customer experience in a reliable and cost-efficient manner, every time.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Are 21 years of age or older Work 40 hours/week, and overtime as required Valid and active driver's license A military Veteran who has left the Armed forces in the last four months or leaving before 30th September 2025 Able to start on 29th September 2025 Not currently working as a commercial driver Holder of a valid C+E driving Licence
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Active Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (DCPC) Active tachograph card


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Job details


GBR, London


Fulfillment & Operations Management