Class 1 Driver: Eggs & Chicks Logistics (Evenings/Wkends)

Avara Foods; Leominster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Overtime opportunities

Pension benefits

Wellbeing resources

Safe working environment

Training and development

Job summary

Avara Foods is seeking a Class 1 Hatchery Driver based at the Hatchery in Shobdon, Herefordshire. You will collect eggs from breeder farms, deliver chicks to farms, and move eggs to the hatchery while upholding safety and company standards.

The role offers 48 hours guaranteed with an 18:48 base rate plus a 1.25 uplift for unsocial hours. Training, development opportunities, and a supportive environment are provided.

Qualifications

• Class 1 driver with valid C+E license, CPC and Tacho card.
• Self-motivated, flexible, committed and reliable.
• Ability to lift up to 20 kg and work independently on farm sites.

Responsibilities

• Distribute eggs from Breeder Farms to Hatchery.
• Deliver chicks to company and contract farms.
• Deliver eggs safely to the hatchery.
• Maintain Health and Safety standards.
• Ensure load security; manual handling.
• Wear the required protective equipment.
• Work to schedules within company and legal standards.
• Represent the company on farms and liaise with site manager.

Skills

Self-motivated

Flexible

Committed

Reliable

Job description

Avara Foods is seeking a Class 1 Hatchery Driver based at the Hatchery in Shobdon, Herefordshire. You will collect eggs from breeder farms, deliver chicks to farms, and move eggs to the hatchery while upholding safety and company standards.

The role offers 48 hours guaranteed with an 18:48 base rate plus a 1.25 uplift for unsocial hours. Training, development opportunities, and a supportive environment are provided.