HGV Class 1 Driver
We are recruiting permanent HGV Class 1 drivers to join us at our depot in Goresbrook Park, Dagenham to support our General Haulage and Trunking Operations. This role is ideal for a HGV driver who takes pride in safe driving, excellent customer service and dependable delivery standards.
The roles are full time, working on a permanent basis and we have a variety of shift patterns including days (between 04:00 - 07:00 starts) and Nights (between 16:00 - 19:00 starts) available working any 5 days from 7. Weekend work may be required depending on demand.
Pay Rates
We have increased our pay rates, with rates now ranging from £15.15 to £18.96 per hour, depending on shift giving you even more reason to build your driving career with us.
- Mon-Fri Days - £15.15 per hour
- Mon-Fri Night Shift - £16.35 per hour
- Saturday and Sunday Day Shift - £18.15 per hour
- Saturday and Sunday Night Shift - £18.65 per hour
- Bank Holidays - £18.96 per hour.
On top of base salary our HGV Drivers will be entitled to £5 per shift tax-free meal allowance, and £25 per night out tax-free allowance (if applicable).
Driver Responsibilities
- General Haulage with Curtainside trailers, to Distribution Centres and Stores
- Collections from Stores to load out to Distribution Centres
- Supporting General work, including occasional store deliveries and requirement to load and unload cages
- Trunking Opportunities available depending on availability
- Completing all necessary vehicle checks and documentation
- Maintaining high levels of safety, compliance, and professionalism
- Working closely with the transport team to ensure smooth operations
- Adhere to Driver's hours, WTD, and tachograph legislation.
Job requirements
- You should hold a valid C+E Licence and ideally have a minimum of 6 months HGV Class 1 driving experience (We will consider New Pass Drivers)
- No more than 6 points and no DD/ DR Code convictions.
- Hold a current valid DCPC & Tacho cards.
- Understand and able to comply with Drivers hours and WTD legislation.
- Able to understand and carry out necessary vehicle checks to ensure vehicle safety and able to report defects correctly.
- Should comply with on-site health and safety requirements.
- Excellent communication skills.
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