LGV Driver - Class 1/Cat CE

CO-OP; South Pelaw; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused retail organization is seeking an experienced LGV driver. In this role, you'll transport products safely to stores and maintain customer satisfaction. Applicants should possess a valid LGV licence and previous driving experience. The position offers competitive pay and various benefits, including holiday pay and discounts on products.

Benefits

Pension with up to 10% employer contributions

30% off Co-op branded products

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a driver, particularly long-distance commercial deliveries.
• Ability to work positively with Co-op customers and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Drive safely, obeying road rules and Co-op procedures.
• Represent Co-op positively on the road.
• Deliver products safely from the distribution centre to stores.

Skills

Service skills

Organization skills

Time management skills

Education

C+E (Class 1) LGV licence or C (Class 2) LGV licence

Job description

Overview

We're looking for LGV drivers to join our team in Birtley. As a Co-op driver you'll transport products safely from the distribution centre to stores in our communities, helping to offload stock into the store when you arrive. You'll help keep our customers happy by making sure products are delivered to stores at the right time, and in return we'll provide you with a safe, supportive work environment that offers real work/life balance, as well as a very competitive salary and benefits package.

Location: Birtley CDC, Unit 2 Drum Park, Drum Industrial Estate, Chester-le-Street, DH2 1AE. Start times between 03:00 - 08:00 and 11:00am, to be discussed at interview.

Responsibilities

• drive safely, obeying the rules of the road and following the correct Co-op procedures
• positively represent the Co-op out on the road at all times
• treat other road users and pedestrians with respect
• provide an efficient and supportive delivery service, helping to offload stock into stores
• make every effort to deliver stock safely despite weather conditions
• as a C+E category (Class 1) LGV driver or a C category (Class 2) LGV driver, operate according to licence requirements
• deliver products safely from the distribution centre to stores
• keep customers satisfied by delivering to stores at the right times

Qualifications

• A C+E (Class 1) LGV licence or a C (Class 2) LGV licence
• previous experience as a driver, particularly long-distance commercial deliveries
• good service skills with the ability to represent Co-op positively on the road
• the ability to work positively with Co-op customers and colleagues
• great organisation and time management skills

Benefits

• a competitive salary, with additional weekend and unsocial shift allowances
• £19.06 - £23.49 hourly rate (base £19.06/hr plus £2.89/hr weekend shift allowance, £1.54/hr unsocial shift allowance between 7pm-3am)
• Minimum 40 hours per week, full time 5 days over 7, including weekends
• Co-op offers 30 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays (rising with service)
• pension with up to 10% employer contributions
• Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
• 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores all year-round
• 10% off other brands all year-round (doubles to 20% on the Friday and Saturday after payday)
• discounts on other Co-op products and services
• paid CPC and digital tachograph card renewal and driver medical costs covered
• career progression - opportunities to build a career in logistics
• Co-op culture - colleague wellbeing and safety are our highest priorities

We are actively building diverse teams and welcome applications from everyone. We want to build inclusive work environments where colleagues have equal opportunities to reach their full potential. We celebrate our differences and recognise the importance of our teams reflecting the communities they serve.