Cat C+E HGV Class 1 Driver

Farmfoods; Warrington; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks annual leave

Staff discount at shops

Free life assurance

Workplace pension

Free canteen facilities

Annual CPC courses

Job summary

Farmfoods is seeking experienced and newly qualified Class1 HGV/LGV (C+E) drivers based at our distribution centre in Warrington. This permanent full-time position offers an hourly pay rate of £18.22 with guaranteed hours and opportunities for overtime.

Key responsibilities include completing deliveries, unloading goods, and conducting vehicle checks. Applicants must possess a full UK driving licence with C+E entitlement and a positive work attitude. Enjoy benefits like 6 weeks annual leave and a staff discount.

Qualifications

• Must have a full UK driving licence with C+E entitlement.
• Proven ability to safely operate a powered pallet truck.
• No more than 6 points on driving licence with no dangerous driving or drink-related endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Complete delivery drops to shops.
• Unload palletised goods from vehicle.
• Collect waste and return items to depot.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks.
• Maintain a safe driving approach.

Skills

Friendly and positive approach

Safe driving

Education

Full UK driving licence (C+E)

Digital tachograph & CPC card

Job description

Overview

We are looking to recruit both experienced and newly qualified Class1 HGV / LGV (C+E) drivers who will be based at our distribution centre in Appleton, Warrington. We offer a permanent full‑time position and have a variety of shift patterns available which usually includes at least one weekend day.

Pay, Working Hours & Benefits

We offer an hourly pay rate of £18.22 and you will be guaranteed a certain number of hours work per week. If you’re looking to earn a bit more then overtime is regularly available.

Shifts Available

• Afternoon starts: Starting times between 11am-2pm

Benefits

• 6 weeks annual leave
• An interactive induction programme with support from one of our skilled driver trainers
• Free canteen facilities
• 15% staff discount to use in any of our 300+ shops on a great range of food and household essentials
• Annual CPC courses
• A smart uniform and all PPE provided at no cost to you
• Free life assurance
• Workplace pension
• A staff benefits package which includes a virtual GP as well as discounted services and products such as cinema tickets, gym memberships, days out and travel

Responsibilities

• Complete delivery drops to shops.
• Unload palletised goods from the vehicle using a powered pallet truck and tail lift.
• Collect waste and other items from the shop to return to the depot.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks.
• Have a safe and efficient approach to driving.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Full UK driving licence (with C+E entitlement).
• Digital tachograph & CPC card.
• No greater than 6 points on your driving licence with no dangerous driving or drink‑related endorsements.
• A friendly, positive, hard‑working approach to work.

Additional Information

We welcome applications from Army, Navy and Royal Air Force service leavers and veterans into our distribution operations and work in partnership with Hire a Hero to support service leavers with their transition into civilian life.

About Us

Farmfoods are a family business with ambition. We pride ourselves on offering our customers great value, quality products from clean and tidy shops with the friendliest team in retail. We aim to offer sensational value to customers on a great range of everyday family oriented goods. We back up our sensational value with a focus on delivering an ‘old fashioned’, genuine and friendly customer experience. Our drivers are the face of our distribution operation visible to thousands of customers and potential customers whilst out on the road and regularly interacting with our shop teams and our suppliers.