LGV Driver - Nights

Esken Renewables Limited; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative and results-oriented company is seeking LGV Class 1 Night drivers to join their dynamic team. This role is essential in maintaining the success of the supply chain by ensuring the efficient collection and delivery of products. You will enjoy a supportive work environment that values safety and compliance, alongside comprehensive training to ensure your comfort with the equipment. With a focus on employee well-being, this position offers numerous benefits including a health cash plan, generous holiday entitlement, and personal development opportunities. If you are passionate about driving and want to be part of a growing business, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday per year

Health cash plan

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Referral Scheme

Free uniform and PPE

Access to High Street discounts

Company-funded tachograph card renewal

Personal development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Valid LGV C+E licence with max 6 penalty points.
• Good geographical knowledge of the UK road network.

Responsibilities

• Collecting and delivering products in the supply chain.
• Complying with Drivers’ Hours Regulations at all times.

Skills

LGV C+E (Class 1) licence

Geographical knowledge of UK road network

Understanding of EU Drivers’ Hours legislation

DQC and Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

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Application Deadline: 9 May 2025

Department: Transport Operations

Location: Tilbury

Description

Seras is on the lookout for top talent to join our innovative and results-oriented team. We are the UK’s number one supplier of biomass fuel, with long-term contracts to supply nearly 2 million tonnes of fuel to Energy Recovery Facilities, generating renewable energy equivalent to the annual domestic electricity needs of 2% of the UK population.

What is the job?

Join our team and make it happen! We’re recruiting for LGV Class 1 Night drivers based at our Tilbury location. Collecting and delivering various products in our supply chain, you’ll be pivotal in continuing Seras' success.

Working Schedule: Monday to Friday, 50 hours per week.

Please Note: Our trailer gantry has a maximum weight limit of 140kg (22st).

How we do things:

• We have outstanding legal compliance.
• We treat all of our employees with dignity and respect.
• We recognise that vocational licences belong to our drivers, not the company.
• We listen to our drivers and never ask that they undertake any duty which they deem to be unsafe.
• We provide full training including our own in-house DCPC.
• We provide regular two-way briefing sessions with our drivers on matters of safety and legislation – we really do welcome your input!
• We’re always on hand to help and support you.

What we need from you:

• LGV C+E (Class 1) licence with a maximum of 6 penalty points.
• Good geographical knowledge of the UK road network.
• Good understanding of EU Drivers’ Hours and Working Time Directive legislation.
• Hold valid DQC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Live within 1 hour of the depot.

Don’t worry if you’ve no experience of bulk work. Our driver trainers will ensure you’re comfortable with our equipment before you start!

And if you join us:

• Communicate efficiently with Planners and Operations to ensure smooth running of the operation.
• Comply with Drivers’ Hours Regulations and Working Time Directive at all times.
• Uphold the company values and brand image including uniform / vehicle cleanliness and standards.
• Follow the training you have been given.

Other Benefits include:

• Scania R-series or Volvo FH.
• 28 days paid holiday per year rising to 33 days.
• Free uniform and PPE.
• Health cash plan.
• Pension Scheme.
• Life Assurance.
• Employee Referral Scheme.
• Access to many High Street discounts.
• Company-funded digital tachograph card renewal.
• Employee forum.
• Driver Representatives.
• Personal development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free eye tests.

Why work for us?

Joining Seras will provide you with the opportunity to join an ever-growing business, with benefits such as an employee assistance programme, life assurance, cycle to work scheme, employee referral bonus of up to £150, and a people forum that enables employees to connect over shared experiences and remain engaged with the business.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Seras reserves the right to withdraw this advert following sufficient applications.