HGV Class 1 Drivers | Hemel Hempstead, HP2 7HZ
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Apply Now Join our team and start earning top rates inHemel Hempstead, Howdens distribution centre (S).
RATES:
* Days : £19.50ph (hol. accrued)
* Nights: From £20.50per hour hol. accrued)
***Estimated weekly pay based on 55 hours £1072.50per week***
****Expected annual earnings £55,770pa****
HG Recruitment are recruiting HGV 1 Drivers in partnership with GXO Howdens. Professional HGV 1drivers are required to APPLY NOW for their Howdens in Hemel Hempstead
DUTIES:
* Adhering to safe working practices to always ensure the safety of yourself and others.
* Securing load of the trailer to ensure products are safely secured to minimise chances of damage.
* Always provide excellent customer service and to take ownership of customer issues on delivery.
* HGV Class 1 drivers must Carry out multi-drop deliveries within the delivery window in a safe manner.
* Be aware of any vehicle defects and bring to the attention of Transport Office as necessary
* Possess excellent customer facing awareness skills
* Be a good timekeeper and be able to work unsupervised
* Possess an Enthusiastic and reliable attitude towards delivering first class customer service
* Must have good communication skills and a flexible can-do attitude to work
If you are a Professional HGV Class 1 Driver in Hemel Hempstead area, click APPLY NOW
Benefits
* Minimum 8 hours guaranteed per shift
* Planned Average 10 hours shift
* Monday-Friday shifts 0530 starts, with optional overtime on Saturday and Sunday.
* Consistent regular ongoing work and job security
* Pension scheme
* Attractive rewards and premiums associated with weekend working
* Supportive, customer-focused team
* Fixed Rotas available until January 2026 and beyond
* Supportive Free onsite training, Driver trainers support, inc upskilling, CPC and ongoing periodic training
* Mentor and Mental health first aider available.
* Driver portal - clearly displaying assignment briefs, payslips, holiday accrual, historical pay and working time data.
* Driver apps, communicate with the team and always be heard.
* Manned 24/7 availability
Requirements:
* HGV C+E Class 1 licence minimum 12 months
* Digi Tacho & CPC cards
* Maximum 6 points for minor endorsements
* Knowledge of driver regulations (WTD & Drivers Hours)
* Good national geographical awareness
* Possess excellent customer facing awareness skills
* Good timekeeper and able to work unsupervised
* Enthusiastic and reliable with a commitment to delivering first class customer service
* Must have good communication skills and a flexible can-do attitude to work
About HG Recruitment
Decades of experience in the supply chain, HG has a strong well-established reputation. Offering great job opportunities within transport & logistics. With a nationwide footprint, our manned service is available 24/7, trusted to always match you with the right job. Click APPLY NOW & join our winning team.
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