Distribution Driver HGV

Avara Foods; Westbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in food production is seeking a dedicated Distribution Driver to join their team at the Westbury Mill site. This full-time role offers a competitive salary with guaranteed hours and opportunities for overtime. As a Distribution Driver, you will ensure the safe delivery of products to various farms while adhering to strict health and safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a C+E license and experience in Class 1 driving. Join a supportive team that values training and development from day one, and enjoy perks like free on-site parking and a secure contract.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Training and development

Guaranteed hours

Opportunities for overtime

Shift premium

Qualifications

• C+E license and in-date CPC required.
• Experience in Class 1 driving is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe delivery of products to customers across the UK.
• Maintain health and safety standards during deliveries.

Skills

C+E license

in-date CPC

Tacho card

Class 1 driving experience

Self-motivated

Strong work ethic

Flexibility

Job description

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About The Role

Do you want to earn a minimum of £850 per week? We’re looking for a Distribution Driver to join our team at our Westbury Mill site in Wiltshire!

What’s in it for you?

• £17.60 per hour
• £1.25 shift premium (between 6pm - 6am)
• Training and development from day one
• Secure contract, guaranteed hours and opportunities for overtime
• Free on-site parking
• T’s & C’s apply

Working Hours

5 days & 50 hours per week

Week 1: Monday to Friday between 00:00 - 04:00 start

Week 2: Monday to Friday between 12:00 - 16:00 start

About The Role

As a Distribution Driver operating from Westbury Mill, this role services a wide variety of Company and Contract farms, both within the Breeder and Broiler Division. It involves physically demanding tasks such as lifting and connecting pipes to feed bins in a dark, wet, dusty environment.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Ensuring safe delivery of products to customers and sites across the UK, adhering to all driver regulations.
• Delivering feed safely to farms while maintaining health and safety standards.
• Following security requirements for loads.
• Ensuring working hours meet legal standards.
• Wearing provided protective equipment continually.
• Working effectively within schedules to service farms.
• Reporting vehicle issues or concerns.
• Representing the company professionally on farms and liaising with site managers.
• Assisting with weighbridge duties when required.
• Performing general yard duties to support transport operations.
• Carrying out various tasks daily as per customer specifications and procedures.

What are we looking for?

• C+E license, in-date CPC, and Tacho card.
• Experience in Class 1 driving.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and flexibility.

Due to bird welfare, it is essential that you do not own any avian pets or poultry.

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.

Apply today!

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Food Production