HGV Class 1 Driver

Wincanton; Coventry; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Wincanton is seeking an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver to join their dynamic operations team in Coventry. The role involves driving various HGV vehicles, ensuring secure and timely delivery of goods, and maintaining high standards of customer service. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered, with opportunities for career progression within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Generous holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount platform

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 licence and CPC required.
• Minimum 6 months Class 1 driving experience.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver goods securely and on time.
• Adhere to safe working practices.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Geographical knowledge

Job description

HGV Class 1 Driver - Full time

A new and dynamic opportunity has arisen within our operations team on site at Coventry that we operate on behalf of our client. Driving a HGV Class 1 curtain side lorry, double decker or box trailer vehicle in a safe manner. Delivering Caged or palletised goods to stores, ensuring that the loads are secured correctly and that the goods are delivered on time, offloaded in the correct manner, paperwork is signed, and any agreed waste or cages is collected to be returned.

• £43,709.51 per annum
• £17.51 per hour
• Overtime paid at hourly rate plus £60 premium, and annual £457.60 responsibility payment
• 48 hour week contract
• 9.6 hours per day approx
• Start time between 02:00-04:00
• 5 days out of 7
• 8 week rota: 4 x weeks Monday - Friday, 3 x Tuesday to Saturday, 1 x Tuesday to Friday
• Store delivery
• Between 1-6 drops per shift
• Flexible for potential night out

How will you contribute?

• Responsible for the accurate, timely movement and delivery of our customers' products.
• Adhering to safe working practices to ensure the safety of yourself and others at all times.
• Securing load of the trailer to ensure products are safely secured to minimise chances of damage.
• Provide excellent customer service at all times and to take ownership of customer issues on delivery.
• Carry out multi-drop deliveries within the delivery window in a safe manner.
• Be aware of the vehicle defects and bring to the attention of Transport Office as necessary.
• Attend essential training in order to carry out the Driver role.
• Scanning deliveries at delivery points using company scanners

What will you bring?

• Must have valid in date Class 1 licence
• Must have valid in date CPC
• Must hold Digital tachograph card
• Must have a minimum of 6 months Class 1 driving experience
• Must not have more than 6 points on licence
• Possess excellent customer facing awareness skills
• Good timekeeper and able to work unsupervised
• Enthusiastic and reliable with a commitment to delivering 1st class customer service
• Must have effective communication skills and a flexible can do attitude to work
• Must have a good geographical knowledge

What do we offer?

We really value our people and offer a friendly working environment, a focus on developing your skills and a competitive salary. Benefits include access to a company pension scheme with employer contributions and other optional schemes you may wish to join.

Our people are at the core of our business and what makes Wincanton great. That's why we provide significant opportunities for career progress, as well as training enrichment and multi-skilling, in a dynamic working environment.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Our Culture & Benefits

In addition to generous remuneration, we really value our people and offer a friendly, safety-first working environment, along with other benefits including company pension scheme, generous holidays, cycle to work scheme, employee benefits include, online discount platform, onsite parking and much more.

Our people are at the core of our business and what makes Wincanton great. That's why we also provide significant opportunities for career development and progression, as well as training enrichment and multi-skilling, in a dynamic working environment.

Be a part of our values; We're Thoughtful, We're Aiming High and We're Prepared.

Our Commitment

We are committed to providing equality of opportunity for all employees. We strive for an environment where all colleagues feel included, supported, and valued, whilst feeling they can be their whole selves within our workplaces. We are proud that our colleagues represent us, and our successes and we welcome your application.

Find out more: Wincanton champions a diverse workforce.

About Us

Wincanton is a leading supply chain partner for British business, providing supply chain solutions up and down the country with 20,000 colleagues working across more than 200 sites.

Through a wealth of experience and knowledge Wincanton provides business critical services including storage, handling, and distribution; high volume eFulfilment; retailer dark stores'; two-person home delivery; fleet and transport management; and network optimisation for many of the UK's best-known companies.