Job Title: HGV driver required - Class 1 /Category CE; £41,204 per annum, 48 hours per week; 5 shifts per week, night shifts Sunday to Saturday 20.00 - 03.00
About the company
Established over 80 years ago, our client has grown into one of the UK's most independent family-run businesses. Built on the founding values of quality, service and cleanliness, the company has remained committed to those principles.
The Role
As a HGV driver, you will play a vital role in the distribution chain, delivering products to customers, wholesale buyers and depots across the UK. You will be responsible for ensuring timely, accurate and safe deliveries while representing the company in a professional and customer-focused manner.
Key Responsibilities
1. Safely operate HGV vehicles in compliance with UK driving laws and tachograph regulations
2. Complete daily vehicle checks and reports any defects promptly
3. Follow health & safety, food hygiene and security procedures always
4. Use handheld units or manual systems to record deliveries, returns and payments where applicable
5. Maintain a clean vehicle, both inside and out
6. Provide excellent customer service
7. Load and unload products safely, including manual handling and use of handling equipment
Skills
8. Full UK driving licence - Category CE
9. Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
10. Physically fit to undertake manual handling tasks
11. An eye for detail to ensure accuracy and precision, being methodical with strong analytical skills, and a commitment to seeing tasks through to completion
12. Strong communication and customer service skills
13. Excellent time management, demonstrating the ability to effectively work alone using your initiative; and as part of a wider team with a positive 'can do' attitude
14. Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work night shifts and weekends as required
15. New pass and Class 2 drivers welcome - full training and career development provided
Benefits
16. Competitive salary with opportunities for overtime and progression
17. 22 day's holiday plus bank holidays, increasing after 3 years of service
18. Refer-a-friend bonus scheme (up to £500)
19. Cycle to work scheme
20. Discounted products and delivery options
21. Aviva pension scheme (4% employee, 4.5% employer contributions)
22. Health and well-being support through Simply Health
For more information on the role please call Mandy Holmes on 01242 519082 or email Mandy.holmes@travail.co.uk
Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.