LGV (C+E) Driver - Purfleet

Ocado Logistics; Bowers Gifford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Digital Tachograph card renewal

Driver medical

CPC training

Pension matching

Ocado discounts

Job summary

Ocado Logistics is seeking an LGV driver to join our state-of-the-art fleet. You will deliver and collect products across varied locations, following company policies and ensuring safe operation of vehicles.

The role features a flexible shift pattern including nights and weekends, with 32+ contracted hours and the potential for additional hours. The role requires a Category C+E licence, up to 6 penalty points, no disqualifications in the last 10 years, and at least 12 months driving experience.

Qualifications

• A passion for driving and trucks/lorries.
• Must be a safe/competent driver with flexible shift length.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect products to varied locations.
• Work a flexible shift pattern including nights, late and early shifts (weekends).
• Adhere to company policies and ensure safe vehicle operation.

Skills

LGV driving

Shift flexibility

Safety awareness

Tools

Digital tachograph

Job description

Job Overview

Large Goods Vehicles (LGV) drivers will undertake delivery and collection of products to and from a variety of locations in line with all company policies and procedures. You will be required to work a flexible shift pattern consisting of nights, late and early shifts including weekends. Your minimum contracted hours will be 32 hours, however routes are assigned up to 12.5 hours per day, as such you will regularly be expected to carry out additional hours. Day-to-day you will collect shopping from our state-of-the-art warehouses and take it to our smaller regional sites. No multi drops or hidden lanes.

What do you get in return?

Alongside a safe working environment, we offer perks and benefits to suit everyone:

• Employer-funded private medical insurance after 12 months of service
• Paid Digital Tachograph card renewal
• Paid Driver Medical in line with licence requirements - through our approved supplier
• We will provide your ongoing periodic CPC training during your career
• Up to 7% matched pension contributions after three months of service
• High street shopping and restaurant discounts including 15% off Ocado.com

Career Progression

We offer plenty of opportunity for progression, as 87% of our salaried roles are filled by internal colleagues!

Responsibilities & Requirements

A passion for driving and all things trucks and lorries, along with the following driving licence requirements:

• A category C+E driving licence
• A maximum of 6 penalty points
• No driving disqualifications in the past 10 years
• Minimum of 12 months experience on your driving licence
• Desirable to have a minimum of 6 months LGV experience
• It also is a prerequisite that you are a safe and competent driver with the ability to be flexible on your shift length on a daily basis.
• As our new state of the art fleet are our pride and joy and we need to know they are in safe hands.

Pay Structure

This position is lunar paid. This means you will be paid every 4 weeks according to a monthly schedule.

Hourly pay:

• Basic Rate: £19.20
• Evening premium (18:00-06:00): £2.00
• Sunday Day Premium: £1.74
• Sunday Evening Premium (18:00-06:00): £3.94
• Overtime Day rate: £24.00
• Overtime Evening rate (18:00-06:00): £26.50

About Ocado Logistics

Here at Ocado Logistics, our people, technology and customers work side by side supporting the amazing communities we serve. We're all in it together - not afraid to roll up our sleeves and get stuck in.

Our people are incredibly diverse and come from all walks of life with different stories and experiences. We are proud to be an Armed Forces Covenant employer providing support and opportunities for veterans, reservists, and their families. We recognise the unique skills, experiences, and qualities they bring to our workforce, and we strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all.

Join Ocado Logistics today, where there are bags of possibilities.