Driver

Randstad Inhouse Services; Shotton Colliery; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Free Car Parking on Site

Canteen

Gym access

Job summary

Randstad Inhouse Services is seeking an Articulated Truck Driver in Peterlee, SR8 2HX, on a 24-month fixed term contract. You will drive safely as part of a team, follow standard work practices and site procedures. Shift patterns include day, back, and night with overtime opportunities.

The role requires a Full UK driving license and previous driving/HGV experience, plus the ability to read instructions and maintain high housekeeping standards. Training and development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• Previous driving experience / HGV experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret working instructions.
• Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and follow company procedures.

Responsibilities

• We are seeking a skilled driver to join our team.
• Working with an existing team of drivers.
• Adhere to standard work practices.
• Adhere to H&S and PPE requirements.
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure products meet company standards.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain good housekeeping.
• Report issues and defects to the line leader.
• Meet production targets daily.

Skills

Full UK driving license

HGV experience

Reading instructions

Hand-eye coordination

Fast-paced environment

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

Job title:

Articulated Truck Driver

Location:

Peterlee, SR8 2HX

Job type:

24 months Fixed term contract until November 2027 - Temp on-going.

Hours:

36.5 hours per week

Pay Rates:

• £17.01 per hour day shift
• £20.41 per hour afternoon shift
• £22.96 per hour night shift
• Overtime paid at time and a half Monday - Friday.
• Overtime paid at time and a half first 6 hours Saturday. Double time after 6 hours on Saturday.
• Double time on Sunday's.
• Monthly attendance bonus and monthly truck bonuses.
• Frequent overtime opportunities.

Day-shift:

Monday-Thursday: 08:00-16:00

Friday: 08:00-12:30

Back-shift:

Monday-Thursday: 16:00-00:00

Friday: 12:30-17:00

Night shift:

Monday-Thursday: 00:00 - 08:00

Friday: 17:00 - 21:30

Key Responsibilities:

• We are seeking a skilled driver to join our team.
• Working with an existing team of drivers.
• Adhere to standard work practices.
• Adhere to H&S and PPE requirements.
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure products meet company standards.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain good housekeeping.
• Report issues and defects to the line leader.
• Meet production targets daily.

Skills Required:

• Full UK driving license.
• Previous driving experience / HGV experience.
• Ability to read and interpret working instructions.
• Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and follow company procedures.

Benefits:

• Access to the Randstad Flexible Benefits App which includes discounts at major supermarkets, restaurants, coffee shops and cinemas
• Access to employee assistance programmes including financial advice and counselling services
• Access to the on-site Gym
• Bank Holidays and Holidays including a summer shut down period and Christmas shut down period
• Training and career development opportunities
• Weekly Pay
• Free Car Parking on Site
• Canteen