HGV Driver

gategroup; Manchester; On-site; GBP 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Complimentary meals & beverages

Free uniform

Company sick pay

Pension scheme

Paid Holiday

Refer a friend bonuses

Discount platform

Cycle to work scheme

Free counselling sessions

Job summary

gategroup in Manchester is seeking an HGV Driver (Days) on a fixed-term basis with potential for permanent employment.

You will drive 15–18 tonne company-liveried vehicles within a secure site, perform pre-use checks, and load/unload catering supplies to aircraft, coordinating with flight crews and other ground operations staff.

Qualifications

• Valid clean HGV CAT C licence (up to 3 points considered).
• Digital tachograph knowledge and card held.
• Airport airside driving experience is advantageous.
• Knowledge of the Road Traffic Act.

Responsibilities

• Drive 15–18 tonne HGVs within a secure environment and perform pre-use checks.
• Load/unload catering supplies to aircraft and liaise with flight crew.
• Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle and follow RT Act and airport by-laws.
• Complete paperwork and support general warehouse duties as required.

Skills

HGV Driving Licence CAT C

Tachograph knowledge

Airport/Airside driving (advantage)

Road Traffic Act knowledge

Teamwork

Tools

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

HGV Driver (Days) Fixed Term 31st October - CAN GO PERM!

Location: Unit K1-K3, Wheel Forge Way, Manchester M17 1EH

Job Overview

Regular roster of 5 on 3 off shift, Start Time between 9am and 11am and finishing between 6pm and 8pm, Overtime rate of 1.5, Free onsite parking, complimentary meals and refreshments, free uniform, free life insurance, company sick pay, pension scheme.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The role involves driving 15–18 tonne company-liveried HGV vehicles within a secure and controlled environment, ensuring all pre-use vehicle checks are completed thoroughly. Responsibilities include loading and unloading catering supplies to aircraft, liaising with flight crew, and working collaboratively with other ground handling suppliers to support efficient operations. You will be expected to maintain high standards of cleanliness and tidiness for the vehicle at all times, while adhering strictly to Road Traffic Acts and additional airport by-laws. Daily tasks will also include bar and stores packing, as well as search and sealing procedures, alongside completing all relevant associated paperwork. In addition, you will support general warehouse duties as required.

What will life as a HGV Driver in the Gategroup Team look like for you.

• £17.00 per hour
• Overtime @ 1.5 times the hourly rate
• 5 on 3 off pattern, Start Time between 9am and 11am and finishing between 6pm and 8pm
• Inhouse training and development
• Complimentary meals & beverages
• Free Uniform
• Company sick pay
• Free on-site parking
• Paid Holiday
• Pension scheme to help you save for your future
• Bespoke employee support programme, including free counselling sessions
• Refer a friend scheme with generous bonuses for each successful referral
• Access to a great discount platform, saving you money on everyday purchases and so much more
• Cycle to work scheme

Requirements of the HGV Driver:

• Valid clean HGV CAT C Driving Licence (up to 3 points will be considered)
• Digital Tachograph knowledge and possession of a digital tachograph card
• Previous HGV experience desirable, Airport Airside Driving would be an advantage
• Knowledge of the Road Traffic Act

Previous experience in a catering or hospitality role is desirable but not essential. You must be able to work shifts and be keen to learn. In addition to job - related training, you will develop your skills in team work, time management, multi-tasking, communication and attention to detail.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK, undertake a CRC (Criminal Record Check) and provide 5 years of checkable referencing history. For anytime spent outside the UK exceeding 6 months, you must be able to provide a CRC (Criminal Record Check) for that country.