At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive Class 1 vehicles, ensuring safe and secure deliveries while staying in touch with the transport team.
- Company: Join Gregory Distribution Ltd, a growing company with a focus on career development.
- Benefits: Earn £16.81ph, with extra pay for weekends and night shifts, plus great perks.
- Other info: Enjoy training opportunities, retail discounts, and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Experience the thrill of driving and enjoy flexible shifts that fit your lifestyle.
- Qualifications: Must hold a valid UK HGV Class 1 CE Licence and DCPC Card.
The predicted salary is between 16.81 - 16.81 £ per hour.
Class 1 Casual Driver
Location: Shepton Mallet
Shift: Zero hours contract
About the Role
- As a Class 1 Driver, you will master the art of load security with ratchet straps and part manual handling, ensuring every delivery is safe and secure.
- Keep in constant contact with the transport team, offering updates on your progress and ensuring our customers' expectations are consistently met.
- Experience the thrill of nights away, making each journey unique and fulfilling.
- Engage in regular training sessions to stay updated with the latest industry standards and best practices, continuously improving your skills.
- The rota is flexible and offered on a weekly basis, with drivers contacted in advance to confirm availability.
- This is a zero/casual hours arrangement to support peak periods, annual leave and unplanned absences.
Essential Skills and Qualifications
- Hold a valid UK HGV Class 1 CE Licence, ready to take on the open road with confidence.
- Possess a current DCPC Card and UK Digital Tachograph Driver Card, ensuring you're always compliant and prepared.
Why Join Gregory Distribution Ltd?
- Salary: Hourly rate of £16.81ph. This includes holiday pay.
- Saturday and Sunday hours will be paid at £21.62ph.
- You will receive an extra £2.75ph for any hours worked between 21:00pm and 04:00am.
- Shift Hours: Out and back. Various shifts and start times available.
- Overtime: Available.
- Training: DCPC training during your employment, Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.
- Benefits: Additional holiday purchasing scheme, Retail discounts with Circular Benefits, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support, and more.
- Career Development: Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.
- Excellent holiday allowance, Medical Reimbursement, Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme.
- Extras: Christmas Savings Club, Black Circle Tyre Discount, Cycle To Work Scheme, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
Please submit your application as soon as possible. Our team is available Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs.
HGV Class 1 Driver Licence - Category CE in Shepton Mallet employer: Gregory Distribution
Gregory Distribution Ltd is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its drivers. With a flexible rota system, competitive pay rates, and a range of benefits including training opportunities and retail discounts, employees can thrive in a supportive work culture. The company also offers unique perks such as a Christmas Savings Club and a Cycle To Work Scheme, making it an attractive choice for those seeking meaningful employment in Shepton Mallet.
