Alloga - HGV Class 1 Driver

myhrabc; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Alloga is seeking a professional Class 1 HGV Driver/Shunter to join our Derby distribution centre. You will deliver goods safely, perform on-site shunting, and maintain strict compliance with transport regulations.

Weekdays with start times between 12:00 and 16:00, Monday to Friday, 48 hours per week. You'll hold a valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence, Driver CPC, and Digital Tachograph Card, with solid knowledge of hours regulations and a safety-first approach.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence and Driver CPC qualification.
• Digital Tachograph Card required.
• Strong knowledge of driver hours regulations and transport legislation.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Safety-first approach with commitment to compliance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver goods safely, efficiently and on time while providing customer service.
• Carry out on-site shunting duties to support distribution centre operations.
• Maintain regular communication with Transport Office and report delays promptly.
• Complete transport documentation including proof of delivery and returns.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and ensure roadworthiness and cleanliness.
• Ensure loads are secured and transported in line with regulations and policy.
• Adhere to road traffic laws and company policies; report incidents or issues.
• Maintain high safety, compliance and professionalism standards at all times.

Skills

HGV Class 1 Licence (C+E)

Driver CPC Qualification

Digital Tachograph Card

Hours regulations knowledge

Communication & customer service

Safety-focused approach

Desirable: Class 1 driving/shunting

Job description

Job Details

Alloga - HGV Class 1 Driver- Derby

Location

Derby Commercial Park, Derby

Working Pattern

Monday to Friday

Hours

48 hours per week

Start Times

Between 12:00 and 16:00

About Us

At Cencora Alloga , we're committed to creating healthier futures. As part of Cencora , a leading global pharmaceutical solutions organisation, we play a vital role in ensuring essential medicines and healthcare products reach patients, pharmacies, hospitals, and healthcare providers across the UK and Europe.

We're looking for a professional, safety-focused, and reliable Class 1 HGV Driver / Shunter to join our team in Derby. If you're seeking a stable role with consistent weekday hours and the opportunity to work for a purpose-driven organisation that makes a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

The Opportunity

As a Class 1 Driver / Shunter , you'll be responsible for delivering a safe, efficient, and professional transport service while supporting on-site shunting operations. Working from our Derby distribution centre, you'll play a key role in ensuring time-critical pharmaceutical products are moved safely, securely, and compliantly throughout our network.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced driver who takes pride in their work, values safety and compliance, and enjoys being part of a team that helps improve lives every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver goods safely, efficiently, and on time while providing exceptional customer service.
• Carry out on-site shunting duties to support the smooth operation of the distribution centre.
• Maintain regular communication with the Transport Office, reporting delays or operational issues promptly.
• Complete all transport and delivery documentation accurately, including proof of delivery and returns paperwork.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and ensure vehicles remain roadworthy, clean, and compliant.
• Ensure all loads are secured and transported safely in line with legal and company requirements.
• Adhere to all road traffic legislation, driver regulations, and company policies.
• Report any incidents, defects, accidents, safety concerns, or temperature excursions immediately.
• Maintain the highest standards of safety, compliance, and professionalism at all times.

What We're Looking For

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence
• Valid Driver CPC Qualification
• Digital Tachograph Card
• Good understanding of driver hours' regulations and transport legislation
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• A safety-first approach with a commitment to compliance
• Previous Class 1 driving and/or shunting experience is desirable

Why Join Cencora Alloga?

• Consistent Monday to Friday working pattern
• No regular weekend commitment
• Work for a market-leading healthcare and pharmaceutical logistics organisation
• Be part of a business that delivers essential medicines and healthcare products across the UK
• Supportive team culture with a strong focus on safety, wellbeing, and development
• Opportunity to build a long-term career within a global organisation

Make a Difference Every Day

Every journey matters at Cencora Alloga. Join a team that keeps the healthcare supply chain moving and helps ensure patients receive the medicines they need when they need them.

What Cencora offers

• Benefit offerings outside the US may vary by country and will be aligned to local market practice. The eligibility and effective date may differ for some benefits and for team members covered under collective bargaining agreements.
• Full time
• Affiliated Companies: Alliance Healthcare Management Services Limited

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.

The company's continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.

Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email [e-mail] . We will make accommodation determinations on a