HGV (C+E) Driver - Erith

Ocado Logistics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in Greater London is seeking LGV drivers to deliver and collect products from various locations. The position requires a valid C+E driving licence and offers flexible shifts including nights and weekends, with a minimum of 32 contracted hours. Perks include employer-funded private medical insurance after 12 months, ongoing training, and progression opportunities. Join the team and benefit from a supportive work environment and competitive pay structure.

Benefits

Employer-funded private medical insurance

Paid Driver Medical

Ongoing CPC training

Up to 7% matched pension contributions

High street shopping and restaurant discounts

Qualifications

• A category C+E driving licence is mandatory.
• A maximum of 6 penalty points on driving record.
• No driving disqualifications in the past 10 years.
• Minimum of 6 months driving experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Collect and deliver products, ensuring compliance with all policies.
• Work flexible shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Ensure the safety and reliability of the state-of-the-art fleet.

Skills

Passion for driving

Flexibility in shift length

Competent driving abilities

Job description

Large Goods Vehicles (LGV) drivers will undertake delivery and collection of products to and from a variety of locations in line with all company policies and procedures.

You will be required to work a flexible shift pattern consisting of nights, late and early shifts including weekends. Your minimum contracted hours will be 32 hours, however routes are assigned up to 12.5 hours per day, as such you will regularly be expected to carry out additional hours. This role is based at our Erith site, Church Manorway, London DA8 1DL.

Day-to-day you will collect shopping from our state-of-the-art warehouses and take it to our smaller regional sites. No multi drops or hidden lanes.

What do you get in return?

Alongside a safe working environment, we offer perks and benefits to suit everyone:

• Employer-funded private medical insurance after 12 months of service
• Paid Driver Medical in line with licence requirements- through our approved supplier
• We will provide your ongoing periodic CPC training during your career
• Up to 7% matched pension contributions after three months of service
• High street shopping and restaurant discounts including 15% off Ocado.com

If you want to become a career contender, there’s plenty of opportunity for progression, as 87% of our salaried roles are filled by internal colleagues!

So what do we need from you?

A passion for driving and all things trucks and lorries, along with the following driving licence requirements:

• A category C+E driving licence
• A maximum of 6 penalty points
• No driving disqualifications in the past 10 years
• Desirable to have a minimum of 6 months experience

It also is a prerequisite that you are a safe and competent driver with the ability to be flexible on your shift length on a daily basis. As our new state of the art fleet are our pride and joy and we need to know they are in safe hands.

How to apply:

• Fill in an online application - there is no CV required!
• Our friendly team will conduct a telephone interview
• You will complete a Right to Work Checks
• A face-to-face interview and an interview drive will then take place with a driving assessor.
• Following this, we will ensure you are happy with the role and understand the shift patterns before any offers are made

Pay Structure: This position is lunar paid. This means you will be paid every 4 weeks according to a monthly schedule. Please take this into consideration when applying.

Hourly pay:

Here at Ocado Logistics, our people, technology and customers work side by side supporting the amazing communities we serve. We're all in it together - not afraid to roll up our sleeves and get stuck in.

Our people are incredibly diverse and come from all walks of life with different stories and experiences. We are proud to be an Armed Forces Covenant employer providing support and opportunities for veterans, reservists, and their families. We recognise the unique skills, experiences, and qualities they bring to our workforce, and we strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all.

Join Ocado Logistics today, where there are bags of possibilities.

Job Info

• Job Identification 80
• Job Category Logistics Operations
• Posting Date 09/23/2025, 03:11 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Church Manorway, Erith, Kent, DA8 1DE, GB