HGV Class 1 Day Driver - Whetstone (Leicester)

CS Ellis Group Ltd; Blaby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Whetstone is seeking an experienced HGV Class 1 Day Driver. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving locally and nationwide while representing the company with strong communication skills. Candidates should have a valid Category CE license and at least 1 year of HGV driving experience. The position offers competitive pay, a group profit bonus scheme, and various benefits including holiday allowances and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive rates

Group Profit Bonus Scheme

Pension

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

Long service awards

Training & development

Health & wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Valid Category CE required.
• At least 1 year’s proven experience as an HGV driver.
• Conducts themselves in line with company values and vision.

Responsibilities

• Drive locally and nationwide, representing the business.
• Communicate effectively and operate within legal compliance.
• Act as an ambassador for the company.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Geographical knowledge

HGV driving experience

Job description

HGV Class 1 Day Driver - Whetstone (Leicester)

CS Ellis Group

Whetstone

£35,587 per year - estimated ?

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Heritage, experience and community are the heartbeat of the CS Ellis Logistics family. Our ethos is to ensure we offer value‑led service to our customers delivered by a highly knowledgeable team.

Our HGV Drivers are our company ambassadors out on the road, driving locally and nationwide, representing our business to our customers and the public. It is essential all our drivers conduct themselves in line with company values and vision at all times – being friendly with excellent communication skills, operating within legal compliance and having good geographical knowledge.

We have an exciting opportunity at our Whetstone (Leicester) site for Class 1 HGV Driver.

Having ADR is preferred, but not essential.

What we offer in return:

• Competitive rates
• Group Profit Bonus Scheme
• Pension
• 22 days holiday (plus the normal bank holidays, increasing to 23 days after 5 years' service)
• Long service awards
• Training & development
• Health & wellbeing initiatives
• Qualifications

What you will bring to the role:

• Valid Category CE
• At least 1 year’s proven experience as an HGV driver
• Strong communication skills
• Commercial driving experience

These qualifications are essential for the role of an HGV Driver, ensuring the successful candidate can meet the demands of the position effectively.