Class 1 Driver

Ocado Logistics; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Digital Tachograph card renewal

Paid Driver Medical

CPC training during career

Pension up to 7% match after 3 months

Discounts at Ocado and partners

Job summary

Ocado Logistics is seeking an experienced LGV driver for the Erith site (London DA8 1DL). You will deliver and collect goods across multiple locations, with a flexible shift pattern including nights and weekends. Expect extended hours beyond 32 contracted hours as routes may require up to 12.5 hours per day.

Pay is hourly with enhancements: base £19.20, evening £2.00, Sunday premiums, and overtime rates. The role emphasizes safety, fleet stewardship, and progression opportunities within Ocado

Qualifications

• Category C+E driving licence required.
• Max 6 penalty points.
• No disqualifications in past 10 years.
• Minimum 12 months on licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect products to/from various locations.
• Work a flexible shift pattern including nights, late and early shifts; weekends.
• Maintain safety and adhere to company policies.

Skills

Driving

LGV driving

Flexible shifts

Tools

CPC training

Job description

The Best HGV job you will ever do!

Large Goods Vehicles (LGV) drivers will undertake delivery and collection of products to and from a variety of locations in line with all company policies and procedures.

You will be required to work a flexible shift pattern consisting of nights, late and early shifts including weekends. Your minimum contracted hours will be 32 hours, however routes are assigned up to 12.5 hours per day, as such you will regularly be expected to carry out additional hours. This role is based at our Erith site, Church Manorway, London DA8 1DL.

Day-to-day you will collect shopping from our state-of-the-art warehouses and take it to our smaller regional sites. No multi drops or hidden lanes.

What do you get in return?

Alongside a safe working environment, we offer perks and benefits to suit everyone:

• Paid Digital Tachograph card renewal
• Paid Driver Medical in line with licence requirements- through our approved supplier
• We will provide your ongoing periodic CPC training during your career
• Up to 7% matched pension contributions after three months of service
• High street shopping and restaurant discounts including 15% off Ocado.com

If you want to become a career contender, there’s plenty of opportunity for progression, as 87% of our salaried roles are filled by internal colleagues!

So what do we need from you?

A passion for driving and all things trucks and lorries, along with the following driving licence requirements:

• A category C+E driving licence
• A maximum of 6 penalty points
• No driving disqualifications in the past 10 years
• Minimum of 12 months experience on your driving licence
• Desirable to have a minimum of 6 months LGV experience

It also is a prerequisite that you are a safe and competent driver with the ability to be flexible on your shift length on a daily basis. As our new state of the art fleet is our pride and joy and we need to know they are in safe hands.

Pay Structure

This position is lunar paid. This means you will be paid every 4 weeks according to a monthly schedule. Please take this into consideration when applying.

Hourly pay:

Basic Rate: £19.20

Evening premium (18:00-06:00): £2.00

Sunday Day Premium: £1.74

Sunday Evening Premium (18:00-06:00): £3.94

Overtime day rate: £24.00

Overtime Evening rate (18:00-06:00): £26.50

About Ocado Logistics

Here at Ocado Logistics, our people, technology and customers work side by side supporting the amazing communities we serve. We're all in it together - not afraid to roll up our sleeves and get stuck in.

Our people are incredibly diverse and come from all walks of life with different stories and experiences. We are proud to be an Armed Forces Covenant employer providing support and opportunities for veterans, reservists, and their families. We recognise the unique skills, experiences, and qualities they bring to our workforce, and we strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all.

Join Ocado Logistics today, where there are bags of possibilities.