Due to the nature of the business, our ideal candidate will be willing to work Nightshifts when required (£18.07 per hour when working nights)
Our site in Abernethy, Perthshire is currently seeking an enthusiastic and flexible Class 1 LGV driver to join our Transport team. The role involves supplying our factory with potatoes, collected from our grower's farms in Eastern Scotland. At Branston we pride ourselves on our HWDB values and aim to exemplify this in everythaing we do. Our purpose is to make a positive difference to people's lives and the wider environment, focusing on work life balance and employee wellbeing. We are dedicated to helping employees grow their careers, with training opportunities that allow you to build on existing skills and develop new ones. We like to celebrate success, and have recognition & reward schemes in place, to say thank you to our people, who without, our operations wouldn't be possible., The working environment within food manufacturing is fast paced and susceptible to change, meaning you will need to adapt and react accordingly to a varied workload.
Examples of duties include;
- Carrying out pre-starter checks on vehicles, ensuring any faults are reported to Transport Supervisor
- Safely securing loads for transport to factory
- Overseeing the loading and offloading of goods
- Reporting any accidents or delays
- Cleaning the vehicle at the end of day, ensuring it is ready for night shift handover
- Driving in line with legislation and following company H&S procedures
Benefits of the role;
- Employer pension contributions
- Additional shift bonus
- Critical illness cover
- Life assurance policies
- Employee benefit platform, offering a range of discounts to major retailers.
- Free onsite parking
- Helphand medical scheme
- Free fresh potatoes
Requirements
- Clear communication skills
- Good attention to detail
- Knowledge in health and safety best practice
- Experience driving on local and rural roads
LGV Driver in City of London employer: Branston Potatoes
Branston is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and development, offering a clear progression pathway towards roles such as Maintenance Manager or Engineering Manager. With a strong focus on safety and continuous improvement, our Lincoln site fosters a collaborative work culture where your ideas can make a real impact, complemented by benefits like enhanced pension contributions, a discretionary company bonus, and even free potatoes.
