Class 1 Driver

Class 1 Personnel; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house training and development

Paid holiday

Pension scheme

Job summary

Class 1 Personnel in Chelmsford is seeking a Class 1 Driver to join our client’s team. The role involves safe operation of a lorry, pre-trip checks, and delivering goods on schedule across routes in the UK.

Shifts include days and nights with average 9–10 hour days. The company offers in-house training, paid holiday, and a pension scheme; you must have a CE (Class 1) licence, be reliable, and have strong teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence with Category CE (Class 1).
• Minimum 1 year of experience.
• No more than 6 points on licence.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Safe and legal operation of a lorry.
• Conducting pre-trip vehicle checks.
• Ensuring loads are secure.
• Planning efficient delivery routes.
• Adhering to drivers' hours and road regulations.
• Delivering goods to specified locations on time.

Skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Safety-conscious

Job description

Class 1 Driver- Chelmsford.

Pay £21.44 - 24.57 depending on shifts patterns

We are currently recruiting a Class 1 Driver to work for our client.

The Role

As a Class 1 driver you'll be reporting to the Team Leader, you will work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, adapting to new situations on a daily basis. This is a physically and mentally demanding role that requires reliability, flexibility, and a strong work ethic.

Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain:

Shifts: Class 1 Driver

Average 9-10-hour shifts, days and night shifts available

Key Responsibilities Class 1 Driver in Chelmsford

• Safe and legal operation of a lorry
• Conducting pre-trip vehicle checks
• Ensuring loads are secure
• Planning efficient delivery routes
• Adhering to drivers' hours and road regulations
• Delivering goods to specified locations on time

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence with Category CE (Class 1)
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious
• Strong work ethic with a positive, can-do attitude
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Right to work in the UK
• Minimum 1 years' experience
• No more than 6 points on licence

All drivers must complete a driving assessment and vetting process before starting.

About the Company

Our client is a leading logistics company in the UK, known for valuing its workforce and promoting a diverse and inclusive working culture. Working from their site in Chelmsford

What We're Looking For

Someone who:

• Enjoys working as part of a team
• Appreciates competitive rates of pay
• Values being recognised and supported at work

Benefits

• In-house training and development
• Paid holiday
• Pension scheme

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