HGV Class 1 Driver - Runcorn

Wincanton Trans European Limited; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Runcorn is seeking HGV Class 1 drivers to join their transport team. You will be responsible for delivering various consignments and ensuring excellent customer service while adhering to safety and regulatory standards. Enjoy a competitive salary, shift premiums, and comprehensive benefits in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

20% off selected Screwfix stores

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Drivers Awards and recognition

Access to various discounts

Continuous training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have over 1 years' experience driving Class 1.
• Strong communication skills to develop good working relationships.
• Experience of multi drop collection and deliveries is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Collection and delivery of high-value consignments.
• Ensure all documentation is completed and returned accurately.
• Adhere to legislative regulations and company policies.

Skills

Communication

Reliability

Geographical Knowledge

Education

Valid Class 1 licence

Full CPC Qualification

Digital tachograph card

Job description

About the role:

We are currently recruiting for HGV Class 1 drivers, to join our busy and evolving transport team in Runcorn. You’ll be working for a leading logistics company and involved in ensuring that the trade counters across the country have sufficient stocks in order to supply their customer’s needs.Everything from screws to lawn mowers to the kitchen sink!

• Basic salary of £41,696.46 + Shift Premiums of up to £14.08 per hour
• Overtime Opportunities are also available, a flat rate of £20 per hour added on top of your basic salary
• Premiums and overtime are paid 1 month in arrears
• Working Hours: 50 (Any 5 from 7)
• Monthly pay
• Annual Holiday Entitlement of 31 days

Shifts Available:

Working 5 out of 7 days a week on 11:00 - 13:00

Day to Day:

• Collection and delivery of small to large high-value consignments that require special handling conditions to Screwfix stores
• Consistently ensure customer expectations are met
• Ensure all documentation is completed and returned accurately at the end of each shift
• Adhere to specific time restrictions given under current legislation
• Adhere to legislative regulations and company policies
• Driving activities will generally consist of inter-site and intra-site deliveries, supplier collections around the UK
• Cross training on warehouse activities may be given to offer flexibility and business continuity to the operation
• Types of fleet include: Standard Artic, Urban Trailers, Double Decker Trailers, Curtain siders and Fleet Volvo Tractor Units

What you will bring:

• Must have a valid Class 1 licence
• Have over 1 years’ experience driving Class 1
• Full CPC Qualification
• Must hold Digital tachograph card
• Must not have more than 7 points on licence
• Strong communication skills, particularly verbal, to develop good working relationships with colleagues and customers
• A responsible and reliable attitude
• Experience of multi drop collection and deliveries together with experience of working in a warehouse environment will be an advantage, although full training will be provided
• The ability to safely lift or move heavy items
• Enthusiastic and reliable with a commitment to delivering first class customer service and a flexible can-do attitude to work
• Good geographical knowledge
• Good timekeeper

Benefits include:

• 20% off selected Screwfix stores
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Drivers Awards and recognition
• Access to various high street and restaurant discounts
• Extensive wellbeing programmes and initiatives accessible to all employees
• Continuous training and development opportunities including DCPC on completion of probation

What do we offer?

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 multiskilling, 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