Class 1 LGV Driver

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

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance

Pension scheme

Holiday entitlement

Discounts

Job summary

Royal Mail Group is recruiting Class 1 Large Goods Vehicle drivers for permanent contracts, operating on a 24-hour basis from Chelmsford VOC, Chelmsford, CM2 5AA. You will drive fixed routes across the UK, transport mail between sites, and handle loading/unloading while ensuring security and on-time delivery.

The role requires flexibility for night driving, weekends and bank holidays, with a 36 hours 15 minutes per week schedule on a rotating rota.

Qualifications

• Valid UK manual C&E licence with no more than 6 penalty points and no TT99 endorsement.
• Able to work unsupervised for long periods.
• Organised with ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Willing to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Pride in keeping the United Kingdom connected.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Self-motivated

Organised and punctual

Flexible to service demands

Community spirited

Job description

Location: Chelmsford VOC, Chelmsford, CM2 5AA
Company: Royal Mail Group
Job reference: 335610

Location: Chelmsford VOC, Chelmsford, CM2 5AA
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 Chelmsford VOC, Chelmsford, CM2 5AA.

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

• 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

• 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

What's in it for you?

• Basic salary of £39,456 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

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.