HGV Class 1 Driver (Friday to Tuesday)

Poundland & Dealz; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading discount retailer as a Class 1 Driver, responsible for delivering and collecting stock across our Distribution Centres. Ideal candidates will have a full HGV Class 1 Licence and a customer-focused attitude. Enjoy a dynamic work environment with competitive salary and benefits including holiday pay and pension scheme.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year, increasing with service

Life Assurance Scheme

Pension Scheme

Colleague Discount Card

Birthday leave as an extra holiday

40-hour week plus overtime if desired

Qualifications

• Experience as a Class 1 Driver ideally with store delivery.
• Hold a full HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence.
• Capable of adapting to significant change.

Responsibilities

• Deliver post to stores and collect pallets/cardboard from stores.
• Complete vehicle check sheets and report defects.
• Assist in offloading stock at stores.

Skills

Customer-focused

Adaptability

Education

HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence

Driver CPC Card

Job description

Shift Pattern:

We are looking to recruit for a Friday to Tuesday shift, with the following start times:

0400hrs, 0600hrs, or 1800hrs.

Our DCs are well established, thanks to the hard work of our colleagues who ensure our products are delivered efficiently. You will be responsible for completing vehicle check sheets before departure, reporting any vehicle defects to the Transport Office, and ensuring compliance with transport tachograph legislation.

You will also be responsible for:

• Delivering post to stores.
• Collecting pallets, cardboard, and cages from stores.
• Collecting stock from suppliers or outbases.
• Assisting in offloading stock at stores.
• Completing driver trip sheets daily.

We are seeking an experienced Class 1 Driver with experience in driving Class 1 and 2 vehicles, ideally with store delivery experience. You should be comfortable driving various vehicles such as 33ft, 45ft, and Double Decker trailers.

- Hold a full HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence.

- Have a maximum of 6 points on your licence, with no drink-driving endorsements.

- Capable of adapting to significant change and a fast-paced environment.

- Be customer-focused.

- Possess a Driver CPC Card with at least two years before expiry.

At Poundland, things move quickly, and you'll thrive in a dynamic environment.

Interested in working with our new Volvo fleet at one of the largest Distribution Centres?

Successful applicants will receive a competitive salary plus benefits.

Poundland is the largest single-price discount retailer in Europe, serving millions of customers weekly since 1990. We operate four Distribution Centres, over 900 stores across four countries, and employ nearly 20,000 people.

Our Distribution Centres in the West Midlands, Harlow, and Wigan are vital to our operations, supporting our store network with excellent products.

We offer excellent benefits, including:

• 40-hour week plus overtime if desired.
• Pension Scheme.
• 28 days holiday per year, including bank holidays, increasing with service up to 33 days.
• Birthday leave as an extra holiday.
• Immediate start.
• Life Assurance Scheme.
• Colleague Discount Card.
• Paid every four weeks.

We look forward to hearing from you. Click apply, and we'll be in touch!

Since our founding in 1990, Poundland has grown into a retail leader with over 900 stores and nearly 18,500 colleagues across the UK and Ireland. The addition of Dealz in 2011 further expanded our reach, offering unbeatable value to millions.

At Poundland & Dealz, we not only provide great products at low prices but also foster an environment where colleagues can thrive. Our culture is built on excellence, inclusion, and sustainability, empowering our team to make a positive impact in our communities.

Our success is driven by the dedication, passion, and commitment of our colleagues. We focus on three core behaviors: Love our customers, Care for our colleagues, and Protect the Pounds & Euros. Living these behaviors daily creates a fun, friendly workplace where everyone can be their best selves.