LGV Driver

Kuehne + Nagel AS; Donnington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading logistics company as a driver, ensuring timely deliveries and collections across the UK. You will operate various vehicles, maintain high professional standards, and represent the company positively. Enjoy a supportive work environment with growth opportunities and competitive benefits.

Benefits

26 days holidays plus bank holidays

2 volunteering days per year

3x Life Assurance

Personal development and training programs

Flexible working options

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave

Childcare Vouchers

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts at high street stores and supermarkets

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Valid driving license and ADR training required.
• Customer delivery experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a van for deliveries and collections.
• Maintain vehicle safety and cleanliness.
• Scan consignments and provide proof of delivery.

Skills

Customer delivery experience

Respectful attitude

Accountability

Education

Valid Category B, C+E Driving licence

Valid ADR Training Certificate

Current Drivers CPC

Job description

Drive your future forward — join a team that values your skills, rewards your effort, and keeps you moving.

Your Role

The purpose of this role is to ensure that consignments are delivered to and collected from customer premises on time and in full. All consignments are handled and moved safely, comply with all relevant legislation, and in accordance with company policy & procedures. Making deliveries and collections throughout the UK. However, you may occasionally be required to undertake other duties as needed to fulfill operational requirements. This may involve work away from home or at another location for a short period.

Your Responsibilities

• Operate a van, rigid or artic, to deliver and collect products to/from the end customer as required.
• Ensure all vehicles in your responsibility are safe, clean, and presentable.
• Maintain professional standards at all times, representing KN to customers and the public.
• Maintain the good reputation of the company.
• Scan all consignments on and off your vehicle and provide POD and POC using a handheld terminal.
• Complete duties following department procedures and processes.
• Comply with civil law and the Highway Code when driving company vehicles.
• Report issues to management that may impact the route, other drivers, or customers.

Your Skills and Experiences

• Valid Category B, C+E Driving licence (essential).
• Valid ADR Training Certificate - Categories 1-9 excluding 7 (preferable).
• Current Drivers CPC.
• Customer delivery experience (preferable).
• Experience with the Military may be advantageous.
• Enthusiasm for the business and the role's importance to the customer.
• Respectful attitude.
• Accountability for your actions.

Please note: Strict security vetting standards apply and must be maintained.

Good Reasons to Join

Alongside competitive pay and training, we offer a positive working environment where you will be respected and valued, with opportunities for growth and development.

• 26 days holidays plus bank holidays.
• 2 volunteering days per year.
• 3x Life Assurance if you join the KN Route2 pension scheme.
• Personal development and training programs.
• Empowered to deliver your best.
• Flexible working options available—discuss at interview.
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave.
• Childcare Vouchers.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Discounts at high street stores and supermarkets.
• Refer a friend scheme.

As holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer recognizing the skills and value service leavers bring.