HGV (CE) Driver - Erith

Ocado; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in the UK seeks LGV drivers to deliver products. The role requires a C+E driving licence and offers flexible shifts including nights and weekends. Candidates will benefit from medical insurance, pension contributions, and various discounts. This position offers a supportive culture and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Employer-funded private medical insurance after 12 months

Paid Digital Tachograph card renewal

Paid Driver Medical

Ongoing periodic CPC training

Up to 7% matched pension contributions

High-street shopping and restaurant discounts

Qualifications

• A maximum of 6 penalty points.
• No driving disqualifications in the past 10 years.
• Minimum of 6 months experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and deliver products to various locations.
• Work flexible shifts including nights and weekends.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Skills

C+E driving licence

Safe driving skills

Flexibility on shift length

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.

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.

Our Culture

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.

Benefits

• Employer‑funded private medical insurance after 12 months of service
• Paid Digital Tachograph card renewal
• 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

Career Opportunities

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!

Recruitment Process

• 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: Basic Rate: £18.48
Evening premium rate (18:00-06:00): £20.48
Sunday Day Premium rate: £20.22
Sunday Evening Premium (18:00-06:00): £22.42
Overtime day rate: £23.10
Overtime Evening rate (18:00-06:00): £25.60