LGV Driver Class 2/Cat C - Day Shift

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

Job summary

A national retail company is seeking LGV drivers in Birtley to safely transport products from the distribution center to stores, ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction. The role requires a C category (Class 2) LGV driver's licence and previous driving experience. Competitive hourly rates and benefits including discounts and career progression opportunities are offered.

Benefits

30 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

Discounts on Co-op products

Pension with up to 10% employer contributions

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• A C category (Class 2) LGV driver's licence is required.
• Previous experience in long-distance commercial deliveries preferred.
• Strong service skills to positively represent the company.

Responsibilities

• Drive safely, following road rules and Co-op procedures.
• Provide efficient delivery service, offloading stock into stores.
• Transport products from the distribution centre to stores.

Skills

Driving safely

Good service skills

Time management

Teamwork

Education

C category (Class 2) LGV driver's licence

Previous experience as a driver

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 ensuring products are delivered to stores at the right time. Our environment offers a safe, supportive workplace, real work/life balance, and a competitive salary and benefits package.

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 the weather conditions
• transport products safely from the distribution centre to stores
• help offload stock into stores when you arrive
• ensure products are delivered to stores at the right time
• work as part of a team to support store operations and customer satisfaction

Qualifications

• A C category (Class 2) LGV driver's 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

Requirements & Working Style

• Day Shift start times between 03:00 - 08:00
• Minimum 40 hours per week, full time 5 days out of 7, including weekends
• Birtley CDC, Unit 2 Drum Park, Drum Industrial Estate, Chester-le-Street, DH2 1AE
• Drivers’ contracts are for 40 hours over 5 days; additional hours may be required to meet operational needs and will be paid along with any applicable premiums

Benefits

• £18.49 - £22.79 hourly rate (£18.49/hr base rate plus £1.50/hr unsocial shift allowance between 7pm-3am and £2.80/hr weekend shift allowance)
• 30 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays (rising in line with service)
• a 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 - lots of opportunities to build a career in logistics
• Co-op culture - colleague wellbeing and safety are our highest priorities