Class 1 LGV Driver

Royal Mail Group; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Une occasion exceptionnelle de rejoindre Royal Mail Group en tant que conducteur de camion LGV à Aberdeen. Dans ce rôle, vous contribuerez au transport du courrier tout en bénéficiant d'un salaire compétitif de £36,763 par an, de jours de congé, de soins de bien-être et d'opportunités de développement. Rejoignez une entreprise de confiance et soyez un acteur clé pour garder le Royaume-Uni connecté.

Benefits

Préavis de jours de congé en fonction de l'ancienneté

Pension contributive généreuse

Remises exclusives pour les employés

Opportunités de développement personnel

Qualifications

• Licencié LGV complet au Royaume-Uni avec moins de 6 points de pénalité.
• Capacité à travailler de manière autonome sur de longues périodes.
• Organization et ponctualité dans le respect des délais.

Responsibilities

• Collecte et transport du courrier entre différents sites.
• Chargement et déchargement du véhicule en respectant le calendrier.
• Utilisation de la technologie pour la gestion des itinéraires.

Skills

Autonomie

Organisation

Ponctualité

Flexibilité

Esprit communautaire

Education

Licence de véhicule de grande taille Classe 1

Job description

Location: Aberdeen Mail Centre Distribution, Aberdeen, AB12 3TT
Company: Royal Mail Group
Job reference: 324798

Location: Aberdeen Mail Centre Distribution, Aberdeen, AB12 3TT
Job type: Permanent contract

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 Aberdeen Mail Centre Distribution, Aberdeen, AB12 3TT.

Working 36 hours & 15 mins per weekon a 24/7 shift rota. 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.

A bit about you

We'll provide your full uniform, an iconic red post lorry, and all the training and support you'll need to succeed. Here's what you'll need to bring to the role:
Valid UK manual C&E licence: you'll hold a Large Goods Vehicle Class 1 licence, with less than 6 penalty points
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

What's in it for you?

Basic salary of £36,763 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) and the option to buy extra leave each year
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

Do you have the drive to help us deliver more for the people of the UK? Hit the apply button and complete our short application form. If shortlisted, you'll be invited to an interview and driving assessment.

Please note once our maximum number of applications has been reached, this vacancy will be withdrawn. Due to high volumes of applications, we won't be able to provide personalised feedback to everyone.

Royal Mail Group is committed to inclusion and representing the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals. As a proud Gold signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, we especially encourage applications from the Armed Forces community, including cadet instructors and spouses/partners.

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to support you during the hiring process, please discuss these with your recruiter when contacted.