Class 1 LGV Driver

Royal Mail Group; Newtownabbey; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading postal service provider in Newtownabbey seeks Class 1 Large Goods Vehicle Drivers for permanent contracts. You will work flexible shifts without overnight stays, ensuring timely delivery of mail across the UK. The ideal candidate holds a valid LGV licence and is self-motivated and organized. Competitive salary and various perks offered.

Benefits

Basic salary of £38,307

Shift allowance for unsocial hours

22 days holiday

Generous contributory pension scheme

Exclusive corporate discounts

Excellent parental leave policy

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• You will hold a Large Goods Vehicle Class 1 licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• You should be comfortable working unsupervised for long periods.
• You demonstrate great initiative and work well within tight timelines.
• You are willing to support your team when required.

Responsibilities

• Collecting and transporting mail from sites to the next stage.
• Working independently on fixed routes across the UK.
• Loading and unloading your vehicle and maintaining security of items.
• Using technology to support efficient job completion.

Skills

Valid UK manual C&E licence

Self-motivated

Organised and punctual

Flexible to service demands

Community spirited

Job description

Overview

Location: Belfast VOC, Newtownabbey, BT36 4HQ
Company: Royal Mail Group
Job reference: 324899

Location: Belfast VOC, Newtownabbey, BT36 4HQ
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 Belfast VOC, 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.

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.

About you

• Valid UK manual C&E licence: youll hold a Large Goods Vehicle Class 1 licence, with no more than 6 penalty points
• Self-motivated: youll be comfortable working unsupervised for long periods
• Organised and punctual: youll 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 £38,307 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.

Due to high volumes of applications, we won\'t be able to provide personalised feedback to everyone.