HGV Class 1 Driver

Wincanton; Reading; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading supply chain partner as an HGV Class 1 Lorry Driver in Reading. This role involves delivering orders, maintaining vehicle safety, and adhering to health and safety standards. Enjoy a supportive environment with generous holidays, a company pension, and a commitment to equality and inclusion in the workplace.

Benefits

Company pension

Generous holidays

Cycle-to-work scheme

Online discounts

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid C+E Class 1 license.
• Valid CPC and Digital tachograph card required.
• Experience with HIAB, Palfinger roll loader, or brick grab preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver customer orders to building sites and homes.
• Operate crane vehicles and ensure vehicle maintenance.
• Cover shifts for absent colleagues, including nights out.

Skills

Customer service skills

Timekeeping

Communication skills

Good geographical knowledge

Education

Valid C+E Class 1 license

Valid CPC and Digital tachograph card

Job description

Wincanton is recruiting for a HGV Class 1 Lorry Driver to join our team in Reading. This role involves covering colleagues' shifts as needed, including nights out. The vehicles driven may include crane vehicles, drawbar, and rigid crane vehicles.

Salary and Schedule

• £47,202.02 per annum
• Monday to Friday, with various day or night shifts
• Minimum 48 hours per week
• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Nights out required

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver customer orders to building sites and homes, maintaining a positive attitude and excellent customer service skills.
• Operate crane vehicles and ensure daily vehicle maintenance and cleanliness.
• Prioritize health and safety, comply with customer requirements, and put customers at the center of your work.
• Cover shift patterns when colleagues are on leave or absent, including nights out.
• Ensure punctuality for on-time deliveries and work flexible hours, including overtime and weekends.

Candidate Requirements

• Valid C+E Class 1 license
• Valid CPC and Digital tachograph card
• No more than 6 points on license
• Experience with HIAB, Palfinger roll loader, or brick grab preferred
• Good timekeeping and ability to work independently
• Enthusiastic, reliable, and customer-focused with a flexible attitude
• Good English communication and writing skills
• Good geographical knowledge

Benefits and Values

We offer a friendly, safety-first environment, with benefits including a company pension, generous holidays, cycle-to-work scheme, online discounts, onsite parking, and more. We value career development, training, and a dynamic work environment.

Join us in embodying our values: Thoughtful, Aiming High, Prepared.

Our Commitment

We promote equality, inclusion, and support for all employees. We are proud of our diverse workforce and welcome your application.

About Wincanton

Wincanton is a leading supply chain partner in the UK, with 20,000 colleagues across 200+ sites. We provide critical services including storage, distribution, eFulfilment, home delivery, fleet management, and more for major UK companies.