HGV Driver

World Courier; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cencora Alloga is seeking a professional Class 1 HGV Driver/Shunter for our Derby distribution centre. The role offers a 48-hour week, Monday to Friday, providing a stable, weekday-focused schedule within a leading healthcare logistics network.

You will deliver time-critical pharmaceutical products safely, perform on-site shunting, and maintain compliance with driver regulations while delivering excellent service to customers across the UK.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence with CPC qualification.
• Digital Tachograph card and knowledge of tachograph rules.
• Understanding of hours of service and transport regulations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver goods safely, efficiently, and on time while providing exceptional customer service.
• Carry out on-site shunting duties to support the distribution centre.
• Maintain regular communication with the Transport Office and report delays or issues.
• Complete all transport and delivery documentation accurately (POD, returns).
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and keep vehicles roadworthy and clean.
• Ensure loads are secured and transported safely in line with requirements.
• Adhere to road traffic laws and company policies.
• Report incidents, defects, safety concerns, or temperature excursions promptly.
• Maintain high safety, compliance, and professionalism at all times.

Skills

HGV Class 1 Licence

Driver CPC Qualification

Digital Tachograph Card

Hours Regulations Knowledge

Customer Service

Road Transport Knowledge

Job description

# **Job Details****Job Description****Alloga - HGV Class 1 Driver- Derby** Location**Derby Commercial Park, Derby**Working Pattern**Monday to Friday**Hours**48 hours per week**Start Times**Between 12:00 and 16:00** About UsAt **Cencora Alloga**, we're committed to creating healthier futures. As part of **Cencora**, a leading global pharmaceutical solutions organisation, we play a vital role in ensuring essential medicines and healthcare products reach patients, pharmacies, hospitals, and healthcare providers across the UK and Europe.We're looking for a **professional, safety-focused, and reliable Class 1 HGV Driver / Shunter** to join our team in Derby. If you're seeking a stable role with consistent weekday hours and the opportunity to work for a purpose-driven organisation that makes a real difference, we'd love to hear from you. The OpportunityAs a **Class 1 Driver / Shunter**, you'll be responsible for delivering a safe, efficient, and professional transport service while supporting on-site shunting operations. Working from our Derby distribution centre, you'll play a key role in ensuring time-critical pharmaceutical products are moved safely, securely, and compliantly throughout our network.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced driver who takes pride in their work, values safety and compliance, and enjoys being part of a team that helps improve lives every day..Key Responsibilities* Deliver goods safely, efficiently, and on time while providing exceptional customer service.* Carry out on-site shunting duties to support the smooth operation of the distribution centre.* Maintain regular communication with the Transport Office, reporting delays or operational issues promptly.* Complete all transport and delivery documentation accurately, including proof of delivery and returns paperwork.* Conduct daily vehicle checks and ensure vehicles remain roadworthy, clean, and compliant.* Ensure all loads are secured and transported safely in line with legal and company requirements.* Adhere to all road traffic legislation, driver regulations, and company policies.* Report any incidents, defects, accidents, safety concerns, or temperature excursions immediately.* Maintain the highest standards of safety, compliance, and professionalism at all times. What We're Looking For* Valid **HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence*** Valid **Driver CPC Qualification*** Digital Tachograph Card* Good understanding of driver hours' regulations and transport legislation* Strong communication and customer service skills* A safety-first approach with a commitment to compliance* Previous Class 1 driving and/or shunting experience is desirable Why Join Cencora Alloga?* Consistent **Monday to Friday** working pattern* No regular weekend commitment* Work for a market-leading healthcare and pharmaceutical logistics organisation* Be part of a business that delivers essential medicines and healthcare products across the UK* Supportive team culture with a strong focus on safety, wellbeing, and development* Opportunity to build a long-term career within a global organisation