Class 1 LGV Driver

Royal Mail; Severn Beach; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Exclusive discounts

Parental leave

Job summary

Royal Mail Group in the UK is recruiting Class 1 LGV drivers on permanent contracts for a 24/7 operation at the South West Parcel Hub in Severn Beach, Bristol. The role involves 36 hours and 15 minutes per week on a rotating schedule, with night driving, weekends and bank holidays required.

The successful candidate will collect and transport mail, drive fixed routes across the UK, load/unload, and use the latest technology while staying autonomous. Uniform, training, and support are provided.

Qualifications

• Valid UK manual C&E licence: Large Goods Vehicle Class 1 licence with <=6 penalty points and no TT99 endorsement.
• Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised.
• Organised and punctual with strong initiative.
• Flexible to service demands and shifts.
• Community spirited and proud to keep the UK connected.

Responsibilities

• Collecting and transporting mail between sites and moving it to the next stage of the delivery process.
• Driving fixed routes across the UK.
• Loading and unloading your vehicle, delivering to schedule, and maintaining the security of your loaded items.
• 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

Punctual

Flexible

Team player

Education

LGV Class 1 licence (C&E)

Job description

Company: Royal Mail Group

Job reference: 335580

Location: South West Parcel Hub VOC, Western Approach Distribution Park, Severn Beach, Bristol, BS35 4GG

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 South West Parcel Hub VOC, Western Approach Distribution Park, Severn Beach, Bristol, BS35 4GG.

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.

There may also be part time roles available.

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 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 £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)
• 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? and complete our short application form. If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to an interview and driving assessment.

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.

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