Support Driver

Morson Edge are recruiting a reliable and experienced Support Driver for a contract opportunity based in Exeter, supporting a busy utilities and infrastructure operation.

This role involves collecting and delivering traffic management equipment, including signing, lighting, guarding and associated fittings, to support works across the region. It would particularly suit someone with previous experience in traffic management who is familiar with the equipment and requirements of roadside works.

The Opportunity

Working from the Exeter base, you'll play an important role in supporting operational teams by ensuring essential traffic management equipment and materials are transported safely and delivered where required.

This is a hands on position combining driving, equipment handling and general operational support. You'll need to be reliable, organised and comfortable working outdoors and assisting with the movement of equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive a company-provided van or light commercial vehicle to transport equipment and materials.

• Collect and deliver traffic management equipment, including signs, lighting, guarding and associated fittings.

• Support operational teams by ensuring equipment is delivered to the correct locations when required.

• Load, unload and handle equipment safely, following manual handling procedures.

• Carry out basic vehicle checks and report any defects or maintenance requirements.

• Ensure deliveries and collections are completed safely and efficiently.

• Follow road safety requirements, site procedures and relevant health and safety guidance.

• Provide general operational support to the wider team when required.

What You'll Need

• A full, valid UK driving licence.

• Previous experience in a driving, delivery or operational support role.

• Experience within traffic management would be advantageous.

• Familiarity with traffic management equipment, including signing, lighting and guarding, would be beneficial.

• The ability to load, unload and handle equipment safely.

• A good understanding of road safety and health and safety procedures.

• A reliable, flexible and practical approach to work.

• The ability to work independently and support colleagues when required.

Working Pattern

• Location: Exeter, EX5 1EW.

• Contract: Temporary contract, initially running until 19th March 2027.

• Start date:22nd November 2026.

• Vehicle: Company-provided van or light commercial vehicle, driven on public roads.

• Holiday entitlement: 34 days.

What's on Offer

• £13.45 per hour PAYE basic rate.

• £15.47 per hour PAYE rate (including holiday pay).

• £17.93 per hour via umbrella.

• 34 days' holiday entitlement.

• An opportunity to support a busy utilities and infrastructure operation.

• A role that would suit candidates with previous traffic management or delivery experience.