HGV Driver - Nottingham

816 Logistics Limited; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is looking for HGV Drivers in Long Eaton, England, offering competitive pay and flexible shifts. Responsibilities include timely package delivery and vehicle maintenance. Candidates must hold a valid Class 1 C+E Licence and CPC certification. The role emphasizes a safe driving record and customer interaction. Benefits include paid holidays and company pension.

Benefits

Company pension

On-site parking

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Valid commercial Driving License with the Correct Categories C / C+E.
• Professional Driving Qualification called the Full Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).
• Hold a Digital Tachograph / Smart Card.

Responsibilities

• Deliver packages on time using route navigation apps.
• Maintain electronic logs for routes and deliveries.
• Complete daily maintenance checks on vehicles.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer interaction

Route navigation

English proficiency

Education

CPC Certification

Class 1 C+E Licence

Job description

About the Role 816 Logistics in Nottinghamshire are looking at rapid growth projections, providing long-term careers for drivers. We are looking for Drivers who are energetic, personable and safe. We provide the truck, but you should have a clean driving record and driving licence. Drivers will generally work from Sutton in Ashfield and Chesterfield. Weekend hours are a necessary, especially around holidays and bank holidays.

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.

Shift Patterns

• Average shift length 10 – 12 hours
• Night shifts
• Full time / Part time
• Most start times are 9pm onwards

HGV Driver Benefits

• Driver is not required to assist with any unloading / loading.
• Driving only from fulfillment centre to fulfillment centre
• Traction work only– drop / swap trailers, working with boxed trailers only
• Paid for full shift regardless
• Flexible Working hours
• 28 days paid holidays
• Company pension
• On-site Parking
• Over time available each week
• We have access to the latest truck technology both on safety and sustainability.
• There is a great culture of inclusivity and support for diversity

HGV Driver Requirements

• Hold a valid commercial Driving License with the Correct Categories C / C+E
• Have a Professional Driving Qualification called the Full Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)
• Hold a Digital Tachograph / Smart Card
• Pass a background check (below) to the extend it is permitted by the applicable law
• Pass a standard drug and alcohol test (below) to the extend it is permitted by the applicable law
• Be able to speak & read English satisfactorily
• Have a maximum of 6 penalty points in the Driver’s License (as well as no DD, DR or IN endorsements)
• Approved drivers consist of drivers with BGC results as “Meets Requirements” and drug and alcohol tests with negative results.

HGV Driver Responsibilities

• Use route navigation apps and knowledge of area to deliver packages to warehouse on time
• Interact with stakeholders in a professional manner
• Work nights and weekends
• Complete daily maintenance checks on delivery trucks and notify manager of any issues
• Drive in inclement weather, such as light snow
• Maintain electronic logs to track routes and deliveries
• There is no loading / unloading or cargo securing requirements for them (the fulfilment centre team will take care of those)
• We have access to the latest truck technology both on safety and sustainability.
• There is a great culture of inclusivity and support for diversity

Driving, Driver, Truck Driver, HGV Class 1, HGV Driver

Location: Watnall Road, Nottingham, England NG15 6EN

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £39,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• Every weekend
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability
• Weekends only

Application question(s)

• Job is for nights and weekends. Start times can vary from 9pm to 1am. Do not apply if you cannot do this

Experience

• Class 1 C&E : 1 year (preferred)

Licence / Certification

• Class 1 CE Licence (required)

Work authorisation

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Class 1 HGV Driver