Class 1 Driver

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

Job summary

Class 1 Personnel are recruiting a Class 1 Driver for a large distribution company. The role covers collection and delivery of parcels between depots, following Health and Safety guidelines to ensure safe operations.

The position is based at Colnbrook with peak-period shifts offered as needed. Candidates must hold a UK Class 1 / CE licence, Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card, provide last five years history, and be prepared for a UK criminal check.

Qualifications

• Hold a UK issued Class 1 / C+E licence for at least 12 months
• Have at least 180 days / 6 months Class 1 driving experience within the past year
• Hold a valid and up-to-date Digital Tachograph card
• Hold a valid and up-to-date Driver CPC card
• Have no more than 6 points on their licence
• Licence codes will be checked against Royal Mail criteria
• Must be able to get to Langley for 02:00am
• Be prepared to undergo a UK criminal check

Responsibilities

• Driving a Class 1 Lorry in the safest manner possible
• Quick response to all requirements as this is a busy quick paced environment
• Support all transport related duties
• Follow direction from senior staff and contribute to the overall success of the operation.

Skills

Class 1 driving experience

Can-do attitude

Reliable

Punctual

Team player

Tools

Driver CPC card

Digital Tachograph Card

CE licence (Class 1)

Job description

Class 1 Personnel are currently recruiting Class 1 Driver for one of the largest distribution company Nationally.

This role mainly consists of the collection/delivery of parcels from depot to depot in the safest way following all Health and Safety guidelines.

Colnbrook

Please note: this is temporary peak coverage work only and is not a permanent position. Shifts will be offered based on operational demand during the busy peak period.

Pay Rates & Shifts Available

• ShiftShift DetailsPay Rate
• DaysDay shifts£22.20 per hour
• Dawn ShiftStarts between 02:01 - 04:00£23.24 per hour
• Early 05:00Starts between 04:01 - 05:00£22.74 per hour
• Early 05:30Starts between 05:01 - 05:30£22.47 per hour
• EveningFinishes between 20:00 - 21:39£22.98 per hour
• LatesFinishes between 21:40 - 01:59£23.85 per hour
• NightsMinimum 3 hours across 23:00 - 05:00£25.32 per hour

The Candidate:

• Previous experience in driving a Class 1 vehicle
• Must have a full UK licence with category CE, Driver CPC card and Digital Tacho Card
• Be able to provide your last 5 years history
• Be prepared to undergo a UK criminal Check
• Hard working
• Keen and have a "can do attitude"
• Reliable
• UK right to work
• Proof of National Insurance
• Be able to get to Langley for 02:00am

Key Responsibilities:

• Driving a Class 1 Lorry in the safest manner possible
• Quick response to all requirements as this is a busy quick paced environment
• Support all transport related duties
• Follow direction from senior staff and contribute to the overall success of the operation.

Driver Requirements

To be considered, drivers must:

• Hold a UK issued Class 1 / C+E licence for at least 12 months
• Have at least 180 days / 6 months Class 1 driving experience within the past year
• Hold a valid and up-to-date Digital Tachograph card
• Hold a valid and up-to-date Driver CPC card
• Have no more than 6 points on their driving licence
• Licence codes will be checked and must meet Royal Mail acceptance criteria
• Confirm whether they have worked for Royal Mail previously
• If previously worked at Royal Mail, a re-hire check will need to be completed before being put forward
• If they have previously attended a Royal Mail assessment, previous assessment findings must be checked before re-submission

The Company:

They are the UK's largest Hospitality and catering companies with a strong presence within community services in the area.

They're a great company to work for. People join them for many reasons, such as they:

• Like working as part of a strong team
• Are offering good rates of pay
• Are valued

The company works continuously to build a truly diverse and inclusive culture. They welcome and encourage candidates from all aspects of diversity to apply for this role.

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