Milk Tanker Driver Days

Gregory Distribution Ltd; Mitchell; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

DCPC training

Benefits package

Career development

Excellent holidays

Job summary

Gregory Distribution Ltd. is seeking a Milk Tanker Driver in the United Kingdom. You will collect milk from farms, deliver to the dairy, and perform transhipment between sites, ensuring safe and timely operations.

You will also label samples for lab testing and maintain high quality standards. The role combines farm collection with transhipment duties, requiring good geographical knowledge and a proactive safety approach.

Qualifications

• Must hold a UK Class 1 CE Licence.
• Current DCPC Card and Digital Tachograph Driver Card.
• Milk tanker experience is an advantage; full training provided for the right candidate.
• Able to thrive under deadlines and work efficiently.
• Be a confident, polite, and collaborative team player.
• Excellent geographical knowledge, navigating routes with ease.

Responsibilities

• Collect milk from local farms and deliver to the dairy, and undertake transhipment work between sites.
• Label and submit milk samples for laboratory testing per quality and safety requirements.
• Perform farm collections and depot-based tasks; ensure timely deliveries and high standards.
• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks and communicate with transport team.
• Participate in regular training sessions to stay updated on industry procedures.

Skills

UK Class 1 CE Licence

DCPC Card

Digital Tachograph

Deadlines

Team player

Geographical knowledge

Job description

Shift: Approximately 06:00hrs - 16:00hrs on a 5on 3off rota. Additional hours may be required to meet business needs.

Do you have a UK Class 1 CE Licence?

If "YES," we want to hear from you!

£16.35 per hour (£37,298 per annum) based on 10-hour shifts, with excellent earning potential through additional shifts and premium payments. Additional Monday to Friday shifts are paid at

£18.85 per hour, while Saturday and Sunday shifts are paid at

£19.85 per hour. Plus, receive an extra

£2.25 per hour for all hours worked between

22:00hrs and 05:59hrs. Benefit from a

100% premium for working on

Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day, with the first 10 hours paid at

About the Role

As a Milk Tanker Driver, you will:

• Play a key role in our dairy operations, collecting fresh milk from local farms and delivering it to the dairy, as well as undertaking transhipment work between sites, ensuring all deliveries are completed safely, efficiently and with care.
• Collect milk samples during farm collections and, upon return to the depot, ensure they are accurately labelled and submitted for laboratory testing in line with quality, food safety and customer requirements.
• Enjoy a varied role combining both farm collection and transhipment duties, offering diversity and responsibility throughout your working day.
• Ensure all deliveries and collections are completed on time, meeting client requirements and maintaining consistently high standards.
• Enjoy rural driving while navigating beautiful landscapes and countryside routes.
• Carry out comprehensive daily vehicle safety checks using the company phone to ensure vehicle safety, compliance, and reliability.
• Maintain regular communication with the transport team, providing updates on progress and any issues encountered.
• Participate in regular training sessions to remain up to date with industry standards, procedures, and best practices.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Must hold a UK Class 1 CE Licence.
• Current DCPC Card and Digital Tachograph Driver Card.
• Experience with milk tankers would be an advantage, though full training will be provided for the right candidate.
• Thrive under deadlines, showcasing your ability to work efficiently and effectively.
• Be a confident, polite, and collaborative team player, contributing to a positive work environment.
• Have excellent geographical knowledge, navigating routes with ease and precision.

Why Join Gregory Distribution Ltd?

Overtime: Paid at an hourly rate. Enhanced rates for working weekends.

Training: DCPC training during your employment*, Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.

Benefits: Additional holiday purchasing scheme*, Retail discounts with Circular Benefits*, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*, and more.

Career Development: Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.

Company Benefits: Excellent holiday allowance, Medical Reimbursement*, Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme*.

Extras: Christmas Savings Club*, Black Circle Tyre Discount*, Cycle To Work Scheme*, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.

Team Culture: Strong culture of teamwork.

Eligibility

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions. Proof of Right to Work will be required at the interview stage.

Contact Us

For any queries, please contact our Recruitment Team at . Our team is available Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs.

Note to Recruitment Agencies

We prefer to recruit directly but have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need assistance. We'll be in touch if we need you.