An investment for life
Skills taught: You can learn to drive just about anything, and handle just about any load, from fruit to tanks, and eventually learn management of different aspects of transport. You'll travel all over the world and there's always jobs for drivers and fleet managers.
Being an RLC Driver is an investment for life. As a trained soldier you'll learn how to drive and maintain an assortment of vehicles, and carry all types of cargo and loads. You could find yourself driving on or off-road, in deserts or through dangerous mountain terrain in daylight or at night.
You'll be trained for your Large Goods Vehicles (LGV) licence and can go on to specialise with different types of vehicles, including tank transporters, support vehicles and ambulances.
Longer term you'll be trained in all aspects of fleet management and vehicle support setting you up with a trade you'll always be able to count on.
'I have enjoyed the challenges that I have embarked upon throughout my career, and two consecutive days are never the same. I have gained confidence, strength and experienced things that I would never have had the opportunity to do if I had remained working in civvi street'.
Sergeant John Dye
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS YOU'LL NEED
Attention to detail, quick thinking, calmness under pressure, team player.
QUALIFICATIONS YOU'LL EARN
Full driving licence: Cat C & C+E and HAZMAT. NVQ Level 2 & 3 - Driving Goods Vehicle