Class 1 Driver

Ocado; South Ockendon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in South Ockendon is seeking Large Goods Vehicles (LGV) drivers to deliver and collect products efficiently. Candidates must possess a category C+E driving license and have a flexible approach to working hours. Competitive pay rates include evening and Sunday premiums, alongside additional benefits like medical insurance and training support. Join a diverse team committed to community support and inclusivity.

Benefits

Employer-funded private medical insurance after 12 months

Paid Digital Tachograph card renewal

Paid Driver Medical

Ongoing periodic CPC training

Up to 7% matched pension contributions

High street shopping and restaurant discounts

Qualifications

• Category C+E driving license is required.
• A maximum of 6 penalty points on the driving license.
• No driving disqualifications in the past 10 years.
• Minimum of 6 months driving experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect products to/from various locations.
• Work flexible shifts including nights and weekends.
• Ensure adherence to all company policies and procedures.

Skills

Safe and competent driving

Flexibility on shift length

Ability to handle diverse working conditions

Job description

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. 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.

Driving License Requirements

• A category C+E driving licence
• A maximum of 6 penalty points
• No driving disqualifications in the past 10 years
• Desirable to have a minimum of 6 months 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 are our pride and joy and we need to know they are in safe hands.

About Ocado Logistics

Here at Ocado Logistics, our people, technology and customers work side by side supporting the amazing communities we serve. We are 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.

Benefits

• Employer‑funded private medical insurance after 12 months of service
• 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

Interview Process

• Our friendly team will conduct a telephone interview
• You will complete a Right to Work Checks
• A face‑to‑face interview and an interview drive will then take place with a driving assessor.
• Following this, we will ensure you are happy with the role and understand the shift patterns before any offers are made

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: £18.48 Evening premium rate (18:00‑06:00): £20.48 Sunday Day Premium rate: £20.22 Sunday Evening Premium rate (18:00‑06:00): £22.42 Overtime Day rate: £23.10 Overtime Evening rate (18:00‑06:00): £25.60