Class 1 Tanker Driver

Gregory Distribution Ltd; Bodmin; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced Saturday rate

DCPC training

Monthly courses

Excellent holiday allowance

Medical reimbursement

Life assurance

Pension

Sickness scheme

Christmas Savings Club

Black Circle Tyre Discount

Cycle To Work Scheme

Free Uniform

Volunteer Day

Job summary

Gregory Distribution Ltd is seeking a Class 1 Driver to join its UK-wide logistics operations. You will be responsible for the collection and delivery of liquid sludge, navigating rural routes and planning daily schedules to meet deadlines.

You will engage with customers face-to-face and by phone, ensuring professional service and timely updates to the transport team. The role emphasises training and development, with ongoing DCPC training and monthly courses, plus a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• A valid UK Class 1 Licence.
• A current DCPC Card and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Experience with vacuum tankers or wastewater is beneficial, but full training will be provided.
• Strong organisational skills and confidence working to deadlines.
• A confident, polite manner and a strong team spirit.
• Good geographical knowledge of the local area.
• A hardworking, self-motivated attitude suited to the demands of the role.

Responsibilities

• Carry out collections and deliveries of liquid sludge throughout the region.
• Navigate a high proportion of rural routes due to the nature of collection locations.
• Plan your routes daily to ensure efficiency and timeliness.
• Maintain regular communication with the transport team to provide progress updates and support excellent customer service.
• Interact with customers both face-to-face and over the phone, delivering a professional and positive service experience.
• Participate in regular training sessions to stay ahead with the latest industry standards and best practices.

Skills

Class 1 Licence

DCPC Card

Digital Tachograph Card

Route planning

Geographical knowledge

Team player

Customer service

Job description

Shift: Monday to Friday, including 1 in 3 Saturdays

About Us:

Gregory Group is one of the UK's largest privately owned logistics providers, operating 50 sites, 22 warehouses, and a fleet of 1,300 vehicles across the country. Our 3,300-strong team works 24/7 to deliver industry-leading transport, warehousing, and distribution solutions. We combine over a century of logistics expertise with cutting-edge technology - but it's our people who deliver the service excellence we're known for.

The Role: Class 1 Driver

As a Class 1 Driver, you will:

• Carry out collections and deliveries of liquid sludge throughout the region.
• Navigate a high proportion of rural routes due to the nature of collection locations.
• Plan your routes daily to ensure efficiency and timeliness.
• Maintain regular communication with the transport team to provide progress updates and support excellent customer service.
• Interact with customers both face-to-face and over the phone, delivering a professional and positive service experience.
• Participate in regular training sessions to stay ahead with the latest industry standards and best practices.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• A valid UK Class 1 Licence.
• A current DCPC Card and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Experience with vacuum tankers or wastewater (beneficial, but full training will be provided).
• Strong organisational skills and confidence working to deadlines.
• A confident, polite manner and a strong team spirit.
• Good geographical knowledge of the local area.
• A hardworking, self-motivated attitude suited to the demands of the role.

Why Join Gregory Distribution Ltd?

Competitive Salary: £37,789 per annum plus you will receive an enhanced rate for working Saturdays.

Shift Hours: Monday to Friday, start time between 6:00am and 7:00am, including 1 in 3 Saturdays.

Overtime: Available.

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*, 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.