LGV Class 1 Drivers (from 3am start). 4 days out of 6

Blakemore Trade Partners; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated LGV Class 1 Drivers for their Willenhall depot. This role offers a competitive hourly wage with additional shift bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package including pension schemes, generous staff discounts, and ongoing training opportunities. Join a supportive team that values your development and well-being while contributing to a high-volume logistics environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are ready for a rewarding career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Life Insurance

Staff Discounts

Long Service Awards

Cycle to Work Scheme

Wellbeing Support

Free Tea & Coffee

Early Access to Pay

Volunteering Opportunities

Savings Scheme

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid LGV Class 1 license with experience in multi-drop deliveries.
• Knowledge of refrigerated vehicle operation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct multi-drop deliveries across various locations.
• Handle roll cage deliveries and customer returns efficiently.

Skills

LGV Class 1 Driving

Multi-drop Deliveries

Customer Service

Education

Valid LGV Class 1 License

Job description

LGV Class 1 Drivers (from 3am start). 4 days out of 6

Join to apply for the LGV Class 1 Drivers (from 3am start). 4 days out of 6 role at Blakemore Trade Partners

Role Overview

We are currently recruiting Class 1 Drivers at our Willenhall depot (WV13 2JP).

What’s In It For You

• £15.37 per standard hour (Additional shifts = £20.97 p/s/hr)
• Double deck store deliveries - additional 62p p/s/hr
• Early start payments
• Night out allowance of £33.81
• 4 days out of 6 (Monday to Saturday)
• Start times from 3am
• Drivers mate on specific routes
• Free on-site car parking
• Excellent benefits package including:
• Holiday, maternity, and paternity leave and pay exceeding statutory entitlements
• Skills development in a supportive, diverse culture
• Outstanding training and development opportunities
• Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced convenience store environment
• Generous staff discount in all SPAR stores (excluding alcohol & cigarettes)
• Proactive promotion of internal candidates
• Free tea & coffee
• Early access to pay via ‘EarlyPay’
• 24/7 access to payslips and rotas through HR/Payroll portal
• Wellbeing support including emotional, legal, and financial advice
• Company pension scheme and NEST pension
• Company life insurance (1x annual salary, 6x with pension)
• Extra holidays purchase scheme
• Cycle to work bicycle purchase scheme
• Long service awards

The Job Role Includes

• Multi-drop deliveries (5-15 stops)
• Roll cage deliveries to foodservice establishments using refrigerated vehicles and tail-lifts
• Collection of empty roll cages and customer waste/returns
• Some hand-ball deliveries
• Nationwide deliveries
• Occasional night outs

A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd is a privately owned company, one of the UK's largest convenience retailers, servicing circa 1,000 SPAR stores and supplying catering products to schools, authorities, pubs, restaurants, and the leisure industry. Employing over 7,500 staff with a turnover exceeding £1 billion.

Additional Information

Department: Logistics, Distribution & Warehouse

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: 40+ hours per week

Salary: £15.37 per hour

Benefits include pension, life cover, staff discounts, long service awards, cycle scheme, volunteering opportunities, savings scheme.

Application Deadline

20th May 2025