Driver Apprentice

CEVA Logistics; Kettering; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider is seeking a Cat C Driver Apprentice in Kettering. This role offers training for a Category C license, with potential progression to Cat C+E. The apprentice will spend two days in training and three days in hands-on work, supporting deliveries across the UK. Candidates must be over 21 with a clean driving license and a passion for logistics. Competitive hourly pay and various employee benefits are included.

Benefits

Competitive annual leave

Pension and life assurance

Discounts on retail and travel

Qualifications

• Must live within a commutable distance to Kettering.
• Clean driving licence and over the age of 21 required.
• Genuine passion for driving and logistics.

Responsibilities

• Train two days a week and work as a driver’s mate three days.
• Manage deliveries across the UK.
• Work closely with drivers for safe and timely deliveries.

Skills

Driving

Customer service

Good communication skills

Proactive attitude

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Driver team in Kettering as a Cat C Driver Apprentice. This is a fantastic chance to gain your Category C license, with the potential to progress to Cat C+E in the future, all while building a career in the logistics industry. On successful completion of the 8-month programme, you’ll step into a permanent driver role within our team. Drive your career forward with us!

Due to the nature of the role, you will be required to travel across the UK with hotspot areas in London, Birmingham, Manchester & Liverpool.

This is a Monday – Friday role working 42 hours per week with start times between 5am & 8am. Paying £12.26 per hour.

What are you going to do?

• Over the course of your apprenticeship, you’ll spend two days a week training and three days working as a driver’s mate, gaining hands-on experience in deliveries, customer service, paperwork and supporting our drivers.
• Supporting deliveries across the UK to a wide range of customers.
• Multi-drop work using tail lifts.
• Using digital driver apps to manage routes and paperwork.
• Working closely with our drivers to ensure safe, timely, and accurate deliveries.

What are we looking for?

• Due to the early starts and travel requirements, it is essential you live within a commutable distance to Kettering.
• A clean driving licence and over the age of 21 due to driving requirements.
• A genuine passion for driving and logistics.
• Good communication skills and a positive, proactive attitude.

What do we have to offer?

• With a genuine culture of reward and recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package that includes competitive annual leave entitlement with a fantastic holiday buy scheme, pension and life assurance along with access to an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and money off vouchers for a diverse range of retail, travel and hospitality brands.
• There’s no doubt that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then please do get in touch to find your next role.

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