Class 1 Large Goods Vehicle Drivers

Royal Mail; Digswell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance

22 days holiday

Pension scheme

Corporate discounts

Parental leave policy

Job summary

Royal Mail is seeking an LGV Driver for our Northern Home Counties operation, Hatfield. This role involves driving Class 1 vehicles on fixed UK routes, with loading/unloading duties and the use of the latest tech to support efficient deliveries.

You will work on a 36-hour-and-15-min weekly rota within a 24/7 schedule, including nights and weekends. A permanent contract is offered with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid UK manual C&E licence: LGV Class 1, with no more than 6 penalty points and no TT99 endorsement.
• Ability to work flexibly across a 24-hour rota, including nights, weekends and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Collect and transport mail between sites.
• Drive fixed routes independently across the UK.
• Load/unload vehicle and maintain security of items during transit.
• Utilise latest technology to support daily tasks and stay efficient.

Skills

LGV Class 1 licence

Self-motivated

Organised and punctual

Job description

Are you an LGV-licenced driver looking for a role that allows you to be on the road, without the burden of overnight stays and multi-drop routes? We're recruiting Class 1 Large Goods Vehicle Drivers on permanent contracts, working flexible shifts across our 24-hour operation based at Northern Home Counties VOC, Hatfield Business Park, Hatfield, AL10 9SL. Working 36 hours & 15 mins per week on a 24/7 shift rota, There may also be part time roles available. The role requires flexibility to work a variety of shifts on a rotational basis including a requirement for night driving, weekends and bank holiday working. Everybody knows the bright red van… More than 500 years in business has made Royal Mail more than a household name. We connect companies, customers and communities across the country, delivering to every address and household around the UK. We're already the oldest and most trusted delivery company in the UK, and our goal is to be recognised as the best delivery company in the UK and Europe. Our logistics team plays a crucial role in this, transporting letters and parcels across our network 24/7. They guarantee that millions of pieces of mail are delivered on time every day, throughout the year, both domestically and internationally. A bit about the role As an LGV driver, you'll be a vital part of the team who keep the Royal Mail moving. You'll be responsible for:

• Collecting and transporting mail from our different sites and moving it to the next stage of the delivery process
• Working independently, driving fixed routes across the UK
• Loading and unloading your vehicle, delivering to schedule, and maintaining the security of your loaded items throughout the journey
• Using the latest technology to support you in your role, with the autonomy you need to get the job done efficiently.
  Valid UK manual C&E licence: you'll hold a Large Goods Vehicle Class 1 licence, with no more than 6 penalty points, and no TT99 (totting up) endorsement.
• Self-motivated: you'll be comfortable working unsupervised for long periods
• Organised and punctual: you'll demonstrate great initiative and work well within tight timelines
• Flexible to service demands: comfortable working a variety of shifts. You're willing to support your team when required.
• Community spirited: you'll care about keeping the United Kingdom connected and take pride in what you do
  Basic salary of £44,810.00 a year, with overtime opportunities in many sites
• Shift allowance for working unsocial hours
• 22 days holiday, rising with length of service (adjusted to your working hours if part time)
• Generous contributory pension scheme and other financial wellbeing benefits (subject to qualifying period)
• Exclusive corporate discounts
• Excellent parental leave policy
• Development opportunities and initiatives to support your mental and physical wellbeing