At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver ambient goods to major food retail distribution centres across the UK.
- Company: Join a busy and professional operation at East Midlands Gateway - Derby.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous pension scheme, and 24/7 GP consultations.
- Other info: Flexible shift patterns available with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of a nationwide delivery network and make a real impact.
- Qualifications: Valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence and minimum 8 months driving experience required.
The predicted salary is between 39520 - 48720 £ per year.
Pay Rate
£40,907.84;
Grade
Collective Agreement;
Contract Type
Permanent (Full-Time);
Shift patterns
Various shifts available: Monday to Friday starting at 3pm, Monday to Friday starting at 6pm;
Location
East Midlands Gateway - Derby.
We’re currently recruiting experienced Class 1 (C+E) Drivers to join a busy and professional operation delivering ambient goods to major food retail distribution centres across the UK.
As a Class 1 Driver, you will be responsible for delivering palletised loads to well-known food retail distribution centres and other major RDCs.
- A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE
- Multi-drop deliveries to food retail distribution centres nationwide.
- Average of 2 drops per shift.
- Driving throughout the UK as part of a nationwide delivery network.
- Transporting ambient goods on pallets.
- Majority of deliveries are unloaded by the distribution centre; occasionally (approximately 2% of deliveries) you may be required to assist with unloading.
- Driving in a safe and efficient manner in line with Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations.
- Complying with our health and safety standards at all times, ensuring adherence to The Highway Code, road safety rules and vehicle regulations.
- THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO
- Hold a valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence, Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card.
- Minimum 8 months recent Class 1 driving experience.
- Maximum of 6 penalty points on your licence.
- Good understanding of drivers' hours and working time regulations.
- Professional, reliable, and customer-focused attitude.
WHY JOIN US?
- Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution.
- Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations.
- Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts.
- Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice.
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Driver Class 1 - nights in Derby employer: DHL Germany
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