GR Employment Ltd is recruiting for a Class 1 Driver on behalf of one of our customers in Slough, Colnbrook.
You will be a frontline representative of the company, responsible for the safe and timely delivery and collection of secure shipments to and from our Service Centre and Hub facilities. The post holder is directly responsible for enhancing the customer experience at every stage through a conscientious and dedicated approach to tasks.
You will be starting from the Slough depot, with routes to Luton and Stansted.
Please note: This is a 6-month contract
You will be expected to provide excellent customer service, demonstrating flexibility and the ability to work well under pressure.
Shift pattern:
Tuesday to Friday, with the 5th day being either Monday or Saturday
Start time between 00:01 - 03:00
Hourly Rate: £19.00 per hour
Shift Premium: Extra £2.71 per hour after 7.00 pm
Saturday Premium: Extra £1.18 per hour
Sunday Premium: Extra £2.20 per hour
Overtime is paid after 45 hours at time and a half
Job Responsibilities:
Safely driving and operating an LGV to deliver and collect secure shipments
Planning and managing your daily routes to meet deadlines efficiently
Ensuring the security of shipments and compliance with company policies and legal regulations
Job Qualifications:
Hold a valid Class 1 Driving Licence, Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
Ideally, have 6 months of recent driving experience
Excellent organizational and route-planning skills
Flexibility to handle varying workloads and operational peaks
Strong knowledge of local and regional routes
Commitment to working safely within the EU Drivers’ Hours and Working Time Regulations
For insurance purposes, you must be at least 21 years old and have no more than 9 penalty points on your driving licence within the last 3 years
Job benefits:
Statutory holiday entitlement, pro rata
Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant
Weekly pay and pension scheme