HGV Driver - Westbury

Arla foods; Westbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy cooperative is seeking Class 1 HGV drivers for their Westbury Inbound depot. This full-time role requires driving to local farms for milk collection and delivering to the dairy. Candidates must have a Class 1 License, a valid CPC, and a commitment to quality and safety. Offering competitive pay rates, guaranteed hours, and opportunities for professional growth, this position is ideal for those looking to make an impact in the dairy industry.

Benefits

Company pension with up to 6% contribution

Guaranteed minimum 42 hours per week

Access to My benefits portal

23 days holiday

Free DCPC module each year

Comprehensive uniform and PPE provided

Qualifications

• Class 1 License, tachograph card and a valid CPC.
• Knowledge of supply chain processes and adherence to health and safety rules.
• Ability to understand all signage and communicate well with internal colleagues and external customers.
• Commitment to quality and safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Drive to local Arla farms to collect raw milk from farmer owners.
• Drive Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles to deliver milk to the dairy.
• Work as part of the Westbury Inbound Team, supporting Operations managers and shift managers.
• Adhere to night-shift schedules and rota (4 on, 2 off).

Skills

Class 1 License

Knowledge of supply chain processes

Ability to communicate well

Commitment to quality

Job description

Overview

Arla Foods, Westbury Inbound (NIGHTS) – HGV Driver

Arla Foods currently have opportunities for Class 1 HGV drivers to join our Westbury Inbound depot on a full time and permanent basis. We are looking for drivers to work NIGHT shifts. The successful candidate will be an integral part of our Inbound Logistics team, driving to our local Arla farms to collect raw milk from farmer owners and deliver to our dairy to produce our wide range of dairy products. This role will require you to drive both Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles. You will join our Westbury Inbound Team, with our Operations manager, Shift Managers, Leading hands and our other HGV Drivers who are all working tirelessly helping to Feed the Nation.

What we are looking for

Responsibilities

• Drive to local Arla farms to collect raw milk from farmer owners.
• Drive Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles to deliver milk to the dairy.
• Work as part of the Westbury Inbound Team, supporting Operations managers and shifts managers.
• Adhere to night-shift schedules and rota (4 on 2 off). Include weekend and bank holiday work with premium shift payments as applicable.

Qualifications

• Class 1 License, tachograph card and a valid CPC.
• Knowledge of supply chain processes and adherence to health and safety rules.
• Ability to understand all signage and communicate well with internal colleagues and external customers.
• Commitment to quality and safe working practices.

What will you get?

• A company pension with up to 6% contribution by Arla; plan options include a new sustainable pension fund.
• Guaranteed minimum 42 hours per week.
• Access to the My benefits portal, including bike to work scheme, net salary tech deals and Reward and recognition payments.
• 23 days holiday.
• Free DCPC module each year.
• Comprehensive uniform and PPE provided.

Please see pay rates below :

• Monday – Friday (Days) - £17.56ph, Monday – Friday (Nights) - £20.24ph
• Saturday (Days) - £19.99ph, Saturday (Nights) - £22.67ph
• Sunday (Days) - £20.85ph, Sunday (Nights) – £23.54ph
• Bank holiday (Days) - £22.43ph, Bank holiday (Nights) £25.11ph

Grow with Arla! We’re committed to professional development, training and promoting from within. Our positive and collaborative culture will bring out the best in you. You’ll join a market leader who produces nutritious household-favourite brands in a way that makes things better for our customers, farmers who own us, and the world.

Things We’d Love To Tell You About Arla

• We are a farmer-owned cooperative committed to partnering with farmers to ensure a fair price for their milk.
• We experimented with bio-powered trucks and built the world’s first 100% carbon neutral dairy as part of our climate commitment.
• We are the producer of Lurpak, one of the world’s most iconic butter brands.
• We are a Danish business operating across the UK, Europe, Asia, The Middle East, North America, South America and other regions worldwide.

If this role sounds of interest then please apply using the link or reach out to Tony Clapham, Talent Partner, at Arla Foods. Please note we are not partnered with any recruitment agencies for this role. Recruitment agencies should not submit CVs, as these CVs will not be considered. Please apply directly through our official channels.

Shape the Future of Dairy

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to enabling good food choices that make life better. If you are looking to shape the future with an ambitious global cooperative that truly cares about your growth, where everyone feels valued and empowered, and collaboration is the core of culture, Arla is a choice you can feel good about.