Class 1 Lgv Driver

Royal Mail; Newtownabbey; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance

22 days holiday

Pension scheme

Corporate discounts

Parental leave policy

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Royal Mail is recruiting LGV drivers for permanent roles at the Belfast Vehicle Operation Centre, Newtownabbey. You will work 36 hours and 15 minutes per week on a 24/7 rota, including nights, weekends and bank holidays.

A UK manual C&E licence is required, with up to 6 penalty points, and you will drive fixed routes across the UK while loading and unloading your vehicle. The role offers a basic salary of £39,456 per year with overtime opportunities, a shift allowance, 22 days’ holiday, a

Qualifications

• Valid UK Manual C&E licence (LGV Class 1) with no more than 6 penalty points.

Responsibilities

• Collect and transport mail between sites and move it to the next stage of the delivery process.
• Drive fixed routes across the UK on a rotational 24/7 schedule.
• Load and unload the vehicle; deliver to schedule while keeping items secure.
• Utilise technology to support your role and operate efficiently.

Skills

C&E licence

Self-motivated

Organised

Punctual

Flexible shifts

Community minded

Job description

Location: Royal Mail, Belfast Vehicle Operation Centre, Newtownabbey, BT36 4HQ. Company: Royal Mail Group Job reference: 335372

Job type: Permanent

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 Class1 Large Goods Vehicle Drivers on permanent contracts, working flexible shifts across our 24-hour operation based at Royal Mail, Belfast Vehicle Operation Centre, Newtownabbey, BT36 4HQ.

Working 36 hours & 15 mins per week on 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.

• 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 no more 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 £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 takes pride in our diverse employee network groups, which actively promote belonging and foster a positive work environment. Our unwavering commitment to inclusion means that we’re passionate about our people representing the communities we serve.

If you require any adjustments during the application and hiring process, please share the details in your application. Additionally, we’re proud to be Forces family friendly and a Gold signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors, and military spouses/partners.

For more information on Royal Mail Group and our values please click here: https://www.internationaldistributionsservices.com/en/about-us/