HGV Class One Driver – Days & Nights in Manchester

Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you. As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits. To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led, resilient and positive to succeed here because we expect pace and agility, we insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact.

Salary: £38,052.19

Working Hours: Thursday – Monday with varying start times on days and nights.

Location: Manchester

Benefits: Pension scheme, Cycle to work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Staff shop, long service awards, Free parking including reduced rate EV charging, 26 days holiday (increasing with service), Enhanced maternity & paternity benefit and reward gateway for benefits.

What will this role achieve? As leaders in our industry, we provide transport solutions for the UK&I Region of pladis and work as a 3rd party distributor for key customers. It is, therefore, crucial that we maintain our high standards. Drivers must operate legally, safely and ensure they portray a smart image, as they are the most direct contact with our customers. We are looking to recruit a highly motivated individual for a HGV Class One Driver at Manchester. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced distribution environment being integral to the team in distribution of chocolate and pladis finished products within the network. It is for this reason that we provide drivers with smart uniforms, relevant PPE and expect them to keep their vehicles in a condition in keeping with our dedication to safety and quality. On the road we expect our drivers to conduct themselves in a professional manner showing courtesy and good manners to all road users.

What will be your key deliverables?

• Undertake vehicle checks prior to leaving the depot and where needed at 3rd party locations.
• Refuel, wash and report any defects on return to the site.
• Complete all relevant documentation as required, e.g. delivery notes, pallet notes, offload notes, defect reports.
• Communicate any delays, rejected orders, discrepancies to the confirmations department.
• Follow legislation ensuring drivers hours and vehicle maintenance are adhered to and conform with operator licence requirements.
• Drive in a professional manner, abide by the law and the highway code and with due regard to the safety of self and others in order to minimise accidents and vehicle damage and to promote a professional company image.
• Report all accidents and near misses.
• Maintain the security of the vehicle and load at all times.
• Undertake shunting duties at factories and on-site as required.

Bring your experience

Essential: The successful applicant will work as part of a dynamic team and be able to perform the various roles required. They must have a ‘can do’ attitude and positive approach and help maintain the high standards required in the role.

• In date CE driving licence
• In date Driver and DQC card

Desirable: All training will be provided as part of your induction – previous experience is not essential.

What does the recruitment process consist of?

• Assessments – Workplace English assessment followed by a Driving Assessment. This could take 2-3 hours.
• Interview – 30 minute competency-based interview based on our company values and your experience. If you’re an internal member of staff you may not be required to complete the assessment.

Our Purpose: Bring happiness with every bite. It’s a purpose that every one of our colleagues, all around the world believes in. And while we’re all unique, we also share the same values. Each of our values is important on its own. In combination they’re incredibly powerful. Our values have deep personal meaning to us. They’re part of who we are and what we stand for as an employer.

Living our pladis values is a key part of success, look out for questions in your interview that link to these key pladis values.

Our Values:

• Purpose led – We’re energised and guided by our purpose to bring happiness with every bite.
• Agile – We’re ever evolving, we never stand still, always improving for our customers and our consumers.
• Positive – We’re highly motivated, optimistic, courageous, and we inspire each other to be better.
• Resilient – We’re persistent in the face of setbacks, quick to adapt, learn and move forward.
• Collaborative – We gain strength from operating as one pladis, winning and succeeding together.

pladis is an equal opportunities employer, like every great recipe we’re a thoughtful mix. A happy and inclusive place to work that’s as diverse as our consumers and the communities we support, live and work in, all around the world. Where every voice is heard, and difference is celebrated. Where fresh perspectives and new ideas help us grow and thrive. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform key job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.