LGV Class 2 Driver

Yusen Logistics Group; Northampton; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

Tailored development and training

Free DCPC training

Free car parking

Free uniform

Cycle to Work Scheme

Onsite Mental Health First Aiders

Free access to 24/7 online GP

Job summary

Yusen Logistics is seeking a LGV Class 2 Driver for our Northampton site to ensure safe, timely delivery of electrical consumables to retail outlets across the South Midlands and southern England.

You will work to a pre-planned schedule, load and offload with care, and maintain all safety procedures. Training is provided for installation duties and you will report accurately on deliveries.

Qualifications

• LGV Class 2 licence held for professional driving.
• Minimum 12 months commercial LGV Class 2 experience.
• Experience delivering electrical items preferred.
• DCPC qualification is required.
• Digital Tachograph card holder.
• Excellent communication skills with customers and depots.
• Customer-focused with a can-do attitude.
• Able to work within a team.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Flexible to start times as needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver products to customers safely and efficiently.
• Ensure correct loading and secure use of straps.
• Perform vehicle inspections and follow safety standards.
• Manage delivery documentation accurately.
• Communicate with clients and depots as needed.
• Install products in commercial premises (full training provided).

Skills

LGV Class 2 licence

12 months experience

Deliver electrical items

DCPC qualification

Digital Tachograph card

Excellent communication

Customer-focused

Team player

Problem solving

Flexible schedule

Job description

About Yusen Logistics

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

About Yusen Logistics

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

www.yusen-logistics.com/

Role Overview

We are looking to recruit an LGV Class 2 Driver, you will ensure the safe and efficient delivery of electrical consumable products from our Northampton, Panattoni site (NN7 4DE) to retail outlets across the South Midlands and southern England.

Working to a pre-planned schedule, you will ensure that products are delivered on time to customer premises and that all safety procedures are followed.

You’ll use your manual handling skills to offload goods safely, some of which can be heavy, and provide a professional service to customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver products to Customers safely and efficiently
• Ensure the products are loaded correctly and correct use of straps to ensure they are secure
• Perform vehicle inspections and ensure adherence to safety standards
• Manage all documentation for each delivery accurately
• Communicate effectively with clients and depots as needed
• Installing products in commercial premises (full training given)

What You Will Bring To The Role

• A full, valid driving LGV Class 2 licence
• At least 12 months commercial LGV Class 2 driving experience
• Experience of delivering electrical items
• A maximum of six points on your licence (excluding BA, CD, DD, DR or DG codes)
• A valid DCPC qualification
• A valid Digital Tachograph card
• Excellent communication skills
• To be customer-focused with a ‘can do’ attitude
• To be able to work within a team environment
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• A flexible approach to your work and the ability to start at different times if necessary

What We Offer

• Salary of £36,197.61 plus installation allowance of £40.00 per week
• Company Pension Scheme
• Tailored development and ongoing training and support
• Free DCPC training
• Free car parking
• Free uniform
• Free, ongoing training and development programme
• Critical Illness Cover
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free online fitness platform i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet & nutrition
• Onsite Mental Health First Aiders
• Up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, Mental Health Support Service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service
• Opportunity to join a forward-thinking company

Why Join Us?

At Yusen Logistics you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects, work alongside talented professionals, and grow your career in an environment that values innovation, accountability, and collaboration.

At Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process. However, we encourage candidates to use these tools to enhance their application rather than replace their own effort and authenticity. During the interview process, we expect responses to reflect your own experience, thinking and capabilities.

Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and make our recruitment decisions based solely on skills, experience and potential. Diversity enables us to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and grow.