HGV Drivers

ARLA; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

My benefits portal

Enhanced family policies

26 days holiday + bank holidays

DCPC module provided

Uniform and PPE provided

Job summary

Arla Foods is hiring Class 1 HGV drivers to join our Aylesbury Inbound depot on a full-time, permanent basis, working NIGHT shifts to collect raw milk from farmer owners and deliver to our dairy.

You will drive Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles, be part of a supportive logistics team, and benefit from a company pension, My benefits portal, enhanced holiday and weekend/Bank holiday premiums.

Qualifications

• Class 1 driver with tacho card and valid CPC required.
• Knowledge of supply chain processes and health & safety rules essential.
• Ability to understand signage and communicate with colleagues and customers.

Responsibilities

• Drive Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles to Arla farms to collect raw milk.
• Deliver to the dairy and support the inbound logistics team.
• Work night shifts as part of a 4-on, 2-off pattern; weekend/bank holidays paid at premium rates.

Skills

Class 1 License

Tacho Card

CPC

Supply Chain Knowledge

Health & Safety

Team Communication

Job description

Arla Foods currently have opportunities for Class 1 HGV drivers to join our Aylesbury Inbound depot on a full time and permanent basis. We are looking for a 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 our farmer owners to then be delivered to our dairy where it will be then 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 diverse team at our Aylesbury 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.

• A motivated individual with a Class 1 License, tacho card and a valid CPC
• Knowledge of Supply Chain processes and sticking to health and safety rules
• Abele to understanding all signage, and communicate well with others, internal colleagues and external customers alike
• You're as serious about quality as we are
• And you have the passion to be part of an inclusive culture

Things We'd Love To Tell You About Arla

• We are a farmer- owned cooperative. That means we are committed to partnering with farmers so they are guaranteed a fair price for their milk.
• We experimented with bio powered trucks (google it- you won't regret it), and built the world's first ever 100% carbon neutral dairy. All as part of our ongoing commitment to combatting climate change.
• 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 across the globe.

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

Tony Clapham, Talent Partner, at Arla Foods

Please note we are not partnered with any recruitment agencies for this role. We encourage interested individuals to 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, providing people with nourishment, while taking care at every step to ensure Arla is a choice they can feel good about. 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.

This role is 4 on, 2 off shift pattern. Please be aware that the role does include weekend and Bank holiday working within your role. (Premium shift payments are paid for these days)

What will you get?

• A company pension with up to 6% contribution by Arla, plan options now include our new sustainable pension fund
• Access to the My benefits portal , which include bike to work scheme, net salary tech deals and Reward and recognition payments
• Enhanced family friendly policies (maternity, paternity, fertility, shared parental leave to names just a few)
• Equivalent of 26 days holiday + statutory Bank holidays (pro rated dependant on shift pattern)
• Free DCPC module each year
• Comprehensive uniform and PPE provided

Please see pay rates below

• Monday - Friday (Nights) - £22.69ph
• Saturday (Nights) - £25.87ph
• Sunday (Nights) - £26.52ph
• Bank holiday (Nights) £27.71ph