Class 1 Trunk Driver - Nights

EV Cargo

Erith

On-site

GBP 44,000 - 48,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Annual Leave
Health Care Cash Plan
Excellent Pension Scheme
Reward Gateway Discounts

Job summary

EV Cargo in Erith is seeking a Class 1 Trunk Driver for night shifts to deliver goods safely and efficiently. You will operate a Class 1 vehicle, perform daily checks, and ensure all paperwork is completed accurately while maintaining customer service.

The ideal candidate holds a Class 1 (C+E) licence, CPC, and digital tachograph card with at least 6 months of driving experience. We offer a competitive package, pension, health plan and generous annual leave.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 6 months driving experience.
  • Valid Class 1 (C+E) licence.
  • CPC training and Digital Tachograph card required.

Responsibilities

  • Drive Class 1 vehicle safely and responsibly.
  • Complete daily vehicle checks and ensure roadworthiness.
  • Inform transport office of delays or issues in good time.
  • Deliver goods to various locations and maintain paperwork.
  • Maintain high health and safety standards and customer service.

Skills

Class 1 Driving
C+E Licence
CPC Training
Digital Tachograph
6 Months Experience
Flexibility
Communication Skills
Geographical Knowledge
Safe Driving

Job description

Class 1 Trunk Driver - Nights | Full time | Erith

Palletforce Logistics is a leading pallet distribution company dedicated to providing efficient and reliable services to our clients. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and our supportive work environment.

THE ROLE

Our drivers are one of the most important roles within Palletforce Logistics, and as a fully qualified Class 1 Driver, you will have the important role of delivering products to our customers whilst being safe and taking care of yourself on the road.

THE SALARY

£44100 per year plus a £50 weekly drivers bonus

KEY RESPONSIBILITES:
  • Maintain cleanliness of vehicle;
  • Driving Class 1 vehicle safely and responsibly;
  • Ensure you do your daily vehicle checks to make sure your vehicle is roadworthy and safe to use;
  • Ensure you inform the transport office of any problems in good time i.e. if you’re running late;
  • Fit to drive; considering alcohol intake, daily rest, prescribed/over the counter medication that could affect your ability to drive;
  • To ensure you arrive at your job on time;
  • Excellent customer service;
  • Maintain health and safety standards;
  • Operating in a safe way, following all road rules;
  • Ensure all paperwork is correct, completed and returned to the transport office;
  • Delivering goods to various locations.
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
  • Minimum experience: 6 months;
  • Valid Digital Tachograph card is essential;
  • Completed CPC training course;
  • Class 1 Driving License (C+E);
  • Valid CPC,Digital tacho cards;
  • Flexibility;
  • Strong logistical and geographical knowledge;
  • Good communication skills;
  • Ability to be adaptable and flexible with start & finish times;
  • Fully completed driver CPC;
  • HGV / LGV Class 1 licence with at least 6 months experience;
  • Good work Ethic.
REWARDS & BENEFITS

We’ll support your development; help you grow and also offer you a competitive package that includes:

  • Competitive Annual Leave.
  • Reward Gateway – access to significant savings and cashback on 900+ top retailers, from groceries to wellness products, travel and much more!
  • Health Care Cash Plan
  • Excellent Pension Scheme

We promote a culture which encourages innovative ideas, and we appreciate your talent is key to our success!

“Let us be your employer of choice”.
ABOUT US

EV CARGOhave grown to become a predominate international supply chain partner to many of the world’s leading brands. We enable customer success through market leading air, ocean, surface freight, logistics, supply chain and technology solutions. Our growth is accelerating around the world.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Equality, diversity and inclusivity are at the heart of everything EV Cargo does. We offer a diverse and inclusive community that respects individuals and enables them to strive for success in order to contribute positively and sustainably to the business. By creating this environment in which everyone can express and develop their potential, from the moment they are hired and throughout their career, means ensuring that all our colleagues have the same opportunity to succeed, regardless of origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or affiliation with a political, religious, union, organisation or minority group.

EV Cargo reserves the right to close the vacancy before the stated closing date if a high volume of applications is received. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are not able to provide detailed feedback to applicants that were not shortlisted.

You must have the legal right to live and work in the United Kingdom.

If you have any queries, please contact: people@palletforce.com

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