HGV 1 DRIVERS – Full Time – Queenborough

Catering; Queenborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate starts

Ongoing training and support

Friendly and professional environment

Job summary

Berry Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a well-established supermarket chain for experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) drivers to join an ongoing contract. Immediate starts are available with regular shifts and competitive pay rates for day and night work across a nationwide operation.

Shifts operate on a 5 on / 3 off pattern with start times at 04:00, 10:00, 18:00 or 23:00. Bank holidays are paid at time and a half, and new drivers with the right licence and insurance are welcome.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) licence.
• Valid Driver CPC.
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• Good geographical knowledge and the ability to use maps/navigation.
• No more than minor penalty points on licence per insurance requirements.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Drive HGV Class 1 on a 5 on / 3 off rota.
• Maintain safe driving practices and compliance with transport regulations.
• Support a nationwide operation with regular and consistent shifts.
• Deliver to designated routes with punctuality and professionalism.

Skills

HGV Class 1 licence

Driver CPC

Tachograph card

English language

Customer service

Job description

HGV Class 1 Drivers – Ongoing Work

Berry Recruitment is currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established supermarket chain for experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers to join an ongoing contract.

Immediate starts are available, with regular work, consistent shifts and competitive rates of pay.

We are looking for both day and night drivers to support a busy nationwide operation.

Shift Pattern & Start Times

Drivers will work a standard 5 on / 3 off rota.

Available start times

• 04:00
• 10:00
• 18:00
• 23:00

Bank holidays are paid at time and a half.

Annual Leave

• 25 days’ annual leave during your first 2 years
• 29 days’ annual leave after 2 years with the business
• Bank holidays are included within the annual leave entitlement

New Drivers Welcome

Newly qualified HGV Class 1 drivers are welcome to apply, subject to meeting the required licence and insurance criteria.

Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) licence
• Valid Driver CPC
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card
• Good geographical knowledge and the ability to use maps/navigation
• No more than minor penalty points on your licence, in line with the client’s insurance requirements
• Excellent customer service skills
• Good written and spoken English
• Reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach to work

What We Offer

• Immediate starts
• Ongoing, full-time work
• Competitive rates of pay
• Regular and consistent shifts
• 5 on / 3 off rota
• Bank holidays paid at time and a half
• Ongoing training and support
• Friendly and professional working environment
• Opportunity to work with a well-established national company

We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. All applicants will be considered on the basis of their skills, experience, qualifications and ability to perform the role, and no applicant will be treated less favourably because of a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010.

Salary: £18.66 – £24/hour

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Queenborough, Kent