Class 1 Night Trunk Driver

Gregory Distribution; Heathfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a dedicated Class 1 Driver to join their team. The role involves internal trunking and maintaining vehicle safety standards while ensuring the highest level of customer service. With competitive pay and numerous benefits, this is an opportunity to advance your career within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Overtime available

DCPC training provided

Excellent holiday allowance

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Free uniform

Paid volunteer day

Qualifications

• Must hold a UK Class 1 CE Licence.
• Current DCPC and Digital Tachograph Driver Card required.
• Experience delivering loads to client sites is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform internal trunking from Heathfield to various depots.
• Load/unload vehicle and ensure load security.
• Conduct daily vehicle safety checks.

Skills

Customer service

Geographical knowledge

Communication

Education

UK Class 1 CE Licence

DCPC Card

Digital Tachograph Driver Card

Job description

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Location: Heathfield, Newton Abbott
Shift: Monday – Friday, Nights

Do you have a UK Class 1 CE Licence?
If “YES,” we want to hear from you!

About the Role

As a Class 1 Driver, you will:

• This will involve internal trunking from Heathfield to various other Gregory depots around the Southwest of England.
• Loading/unloading of vehicle, ensuring load security.
• Checking freight against the manifest at each depot visit.
• 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.
• Experience of delivering loads directly to client sites is advantageous.
• 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 Gregory Distribution Ltd?

• Competitive Salary: £40,198 to £43,864pa, depending on hours worked.
• Shift Hours: Monday to Friday, starting at 21:00hrs.
• Overtime: Available.
• Training: DCPC training during your employment*, Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.
• Benefits: Additional holiday purchasing scheme*, Retail discounts with Hapi*, 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*, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
• Team Culture: Strong culture of teamwork.

How to Apply

If you have the drive to be the best and want to be part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now!

Please submit your application as soon as possible. Due to high volumes of applications, we reserve the right to close adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient application

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.

Contact Us: For any queries, please contact our Recruitment Team at [emailprotected] . Our team is available Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to recruit directly but have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need assistance. We’ll be in touch if we need you.