7.5 Tonne Driver

Artemis Clarke Ltd; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Statutory holiday entitlement

Ongoing support from your consultant

Weekly pay and pension scheme

Job summary

Artemis Clarke Ltd is seeking a 7.5 Tonne Driver in Maidstone. You'll deliver and collect parcels while ensuring compliance with legal regulations. The position offers competitive pay starting at £15.05 per hour, with potential overtime and premiums for shifts on weekends and evenings.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid C1 Driving Licence and have a good attention to detail. This is a temporary position with the possibility of becoming permanent for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Valid C1 Driving Licence, Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Minimum age of 21 and less than 9 penalty points within the last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Safely driving and operating an LGV to deliver and collect secure shipments.
• Planning and managing daily routes to meet deadlines efficiently.
• Ensuring the security of shipments and compliance with policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent customer service

Flexibility

Job description

7.5 Tonne Driver

Location: Maidstone

Pay: £15.05 per hour
Shift Premium: Extra £2.80 per hour after 7.00 pm
Saturday Premium: Extra £1.22 per hour
Sunday Premium: Extra £2.27 per hour
Overtime is paid after 45 hours at time and a half

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday with start time between 8:30am - 06:30 pm(one hour unpaid break)

About:

GR Employment Ltd is recruiting for a 7.5 Tonne Driver on behalf of one of our customers in Maidstone, Panattoni Park area.

This role will involve delivering & collecting parcels within the local area & will require you to be a fit, dedicated individual with a good attention to detail & excellent customer service.

This is a temporary position that may lead to a permanent role for the right candidate.

Responsibilities:

• Safely driving and operating an LGV to deliver and collect secure shipments
• Planning and managing your daily routes to meet deadlines efficiently
• Ensuring the security of shipments and compliance with company policies and legal regulations

Requirements:

• Valid C1 Driving Licence, Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
• Flexibility to handle varying workloads and operational peaks
• Commitment to working safely within the EU Drivers' Hours and Working Time Regulations
• Minimum 21 years old, no more than 9 penalty points within the last 3 years

Security checks:

As this role is based within a major UK airport, all applicants will be required to complete pre-employment screening including a 5-year history check and UK criminal record check.

Benefits:

• Statutory holiday entitlement, pro rata
• Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant
• Weekly pay and pension scheme