Class 1 Night Tramper

Pollock (Scotrans) Ltd; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night out allowance

Holiday purchasing

Retail discounts

Wellbeing support

Pension plan

Life assurance

Sick pay

Job summary

Pollock Scotrans Ltd is seeking a delivery driver to operate curtain side trailers, delivering palletised goods and handling collections. You will load, strap, and secure loads and perform daily safety checks to maintain high vehicle reliability.

The role includes a 4 on 4 off shift pattern with a day/night rate structure and overtime opportunities. Night shift comes with a premium and extensive company benefits are available.

Qualifications

• Must hold a UK Class 1 CE Licence.
• Current DCPC Card and Digital Tachograph Driver Card.
• Passionate about providing excellent customer service.
• Ability to work to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Use a curtain side trailer to deliver palletised goods and carry out other general palletised goods deliveries and collections.
• Ensure goods are loaded and secured correctly to prevent shifting or damage.
• Perform comprehensive daily vehicle safety checks.
• Stay in regular communication with transport team and customers.
• Participate in regular training sessions and ongoing development.

Skills

Class 1 CE Licence

DCPC Card

Tachograph Card

Customer service

Deadlines

Team player

Geographical knowledge

Flexible/work ethic

Job description

• Use a curtain side trailer to deliver palletised goods and carry out other general palletised goods, deliveries and collections.
• Ensure goods are loaded and secured correctly to prevent shifting or damage. Use straps, nets, and other securing devices as needed.
• Perform comprehensive daily vehicle safety checks using your company phone to maintain top-notch vehicle safety and reliability.
• Stay in regular communication with the transport team to provide updates on your progress and ensure our customers' expectations are met.
• Participate in regular training sessions to stay ahead with the latest industry standards and best practices.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Must hold a UK Class 1 CE Licence.
• Current DCPC Card and Digital Tachograph Driver Card.
• Passionate about providing excellent customer service.
• Ability to work to deadlines.
• Confident, polite, and a team player.
• Good geographical knowledge.
• Fit, flexible, hardworking, and self-motivated.

Why Join Pollock Scotrans Ltd?

Competitive Salary: £17.42 per hour PLUS for all hours worked between 21:00hrs & 04:00hrs, you will receive an additional £2.75 per hour.

Up to £3,412pa Tax Free night out allowance.

Shift Hours: 4on 4off

Overtime: Available. Any daily overtime will be paid at an hourly rate.

Training: DCPC training during your employment*, Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.

Benefits: Additional holiday purchasing scheme*, Retail discounts with Circular Benefits*, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*, and more.

Career Development: Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.

Company Benefits: Excellent holiday allowance, Medical Reimbursement*, Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme*.

Extras: Christmas Savings Club*, Black Circle Tyre Discount*, Cycle to Work Scheme*, SNAP parking paid, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.

Team Culture: Strong culture of teamwork.

Eligibility: Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions. Proof of Right to Work will be required at the interview stage.