HGV Class 1 Driver

TN United Kingdom; Kettering; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Class 1 Driver in the Kettering and Northampton area, where you will play a crucial role in delivering goods safely and efficiently. This exciting position offers flexible hours and the opportunity to work with a variety of clients. You will be part of a supportive environment that values your skills and contributions. With a competitive hourly wage and a range of benefits including a pension scheme and discounts, this role is perfect for motivated individuals who excel in customer service and are committed to safety and professionalism. If you hold a valid HGV Class 1 licence and have a passion for driving, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Wellbeing and benefits portal

High street, Online Stores and Restaurant Discounts

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid HGV Class 1 licence and DCPC Card.
• Must have 2 years of recent Class 1 driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver goods safely and on time, ensuring loads are secured.
• Provide excellent customer service during deliveries.

Skills

HGV Class 1 Licence

Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (DCPC Card)

Digital Tachograph Card

Customer Service Skills

Flexibility

Job description

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HGV Class 1, Days & Nights Driving a Class 1 vehicle in a safe manner, Delivering Caged or palletised goods to RDC’s or 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.

Description for Internal Candidates

PERMANENT ROLE – CLASS 1 DRIVER DAYS & NIGHTS

We have an exciting opportunity forClass 1driversto join our People Campus working within Argos Kettering, (NN14 1UB) and SainsburyNorthampton (NN4 9BX) located in and around the Kettering and Northampton area.

• Basic pay - £18.50 per hour
• Contracted hoursper week – flexible to suit the employee
• Shift pattern – flexible or part time
• Days & Nights shifts available
• Lunar or weekly paid

Benefits Include:

• Company pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Wellbeing and benefits portal
• High street, Online Stores and Restaurant Discounts

What we expect from our drivers:

• Flexibility to work within Argos Kettering, (NN14 1UB), and SainsburyNorthampton (NN4 9BX) located in and around the Kettering and Northampton area.
• Responsible for the accurate, timely movement and delivery of our customers’ products
• Adhering to safe working practices toensure 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 timesand 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
• To provide support in the Yard as required by the Transport Office
• Adhering to Driving legislation and professional competence standards.
• A flexible approach to working patterns and start times to meet business needs
• Motivated and committed with high personal and professional standards
• Adhere to and promote Health & Safety values

What will you bring?

• Must hold a valid HGV Class1 licence
• Must hold a valid Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (DCPC Card)
• Must hold a Digital Tachograph card
• Must not have more than 6 points on your licence
• Must have recent 2 years Class 1 driving experience
• Must have excellent customer service skills
• Previous retail and commercial driving experience is desirable
• You must be confident, engaging, polite and friendly
• You must be understanding, calm, professional and a team player
• Be flexible in relation to shifts and duties
• Be able to provide a time critical delivery service in line with targets agreed with customer and Wincanton

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 safety equipment, customer discount card, access to a company pension scheme with employer contributions and other optional schemes you may wish to join. These are just some of the reasons which make Wincanton a great place to work!

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.

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Created on 26/04/2025 by TN United Kingdom