Class 1 Driver

Gi Group; Brogborough; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite Parking

GI Group Perks & Benefits

Job summary

Gi Group is recruiting for a Class 1 Driver based at Marston Gate (MK43 0UL). This ongoing temporary role involves trunking, parcel/delivery tasks, and strict compliance with tachograph rules. We offer long-term opportunities with various shift start times to fit around a 24/7 operation.

Requirements include a valid UK Driving Licence (Class 1), CPC and DIGI cards, and at least 1 year Class 1 driving experience, with up to 6 penalities. Weekend availability is essential.

Qualifications

• Valid UK Driving Licence (Class 1)
• CPC and DIGI cards required
• Minimum 1 year Class 1 licence with 12 months driving experience
• Max 6 penalty points accepted for minor offences
• Weekend availability essential for 24/7 operation
• Store deliveries experience preferred but not essential

Responsibilities

• Parcel & Mail Bulk Loads and trunking work
• Conduct vehicle checks and maintain tachograph records
• Adhere to client standards and be coached/trained
• Manage Working Time Directive and driving hours to stay compliant
• Present a professional image when arriving at stores

Skills

Valid UK Driving Licence

CPC and DIGI Cards

Store deliveries experience

Customer service

Time management

Weekend availability

Job description

Class 1 Driver

Location: Marston Gate, MK43 0UL

Contract: Ongoing Temporary (Year-round stability)

Earnings: From £19.89ph up to £20.45ph

Class 1 Driver Opportunity

Join Gi Group supporting our client based in Marston Gate, as a Class 1 Trunk Driver. This isn't just seasonal help; we are looking for professional drivers for a long-term partnership.

Role & Responsibilities :

• Parcel & Mail Bulk Loads
• Trunking Work, minimum manual handling
• Conducting thorough vehicle checks and maintaining accurate digital tachograph records.
• Drivers must drive as per clients professional standards which you will be coached and trained on
• Ability to manage your Working Time Directive, and Driving Hours rules and Regulations in order to meet compliance expectations, and avoid infringement
• Acting as a professional face of the brand when arriving at storesShifts :
• Monday to Friday
• Varius start times available between (02:00, 09:00, 18:00, 19:00, 22:00, 23:00)
• Ongoing & Full Time Opportunity
• Long-term prebooks available

Benefits & Pay Rates :

• Ongoing Work & Weekly / Daily Bookings
• Onsite Parking
• GI Group Perks & Benefits

Pay Rates - Please note the below includes your advanced holiday pay

Day Shift : £20.17ph

Night Shift : £21.29ph

Weekend : £22.41ph - £25.78ph

Class 1 Driver Requirements

• Valid UK Driver Cards (Driving Licence, CPC and DIGI Cards)
• Minimum 1 year Class 1 licence + 12 months Class 1 driving experience
• Previous experience in store deliveries would be preferred, but is not essential
• Max 6 penalty points accepted for minor offences (no DR or DD offences)
• Availability to work weekends is essential for this 24/7 operation
• Will have the ability to demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills, as well as an attention to detail

About Gi Group

Gi Group is a leading recruiter committed to equity and inclusion. We are proud members of Neurodiversity in Business, Disability Confident, and the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and provide support throughout your employment journey.

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corporate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Friendly Employer pledge members.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

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