Milk Tanker Driver Nights

Gregory Distribution Ltd; Camelford; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime paid at hourly rate

DCPC training

Monthly courses

Excellent holiday allowance

Medical Reimbursement

Life assurance

Pension

Sickness scheme

Christmas Savings Club

Tyre Discount

Cycle To Work Scheme

Free Uniform

Volunteer Day

Job summary

Gregory Distribution Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a Class 1 Driver to join its dairy transport team. You will collect raw milk from farms, transport to the processing facility, and handle occasional transhipment work.

The rota runs 17:00–03:30, on a 7-week cycle with 3 weeks of 5on 3off and 3 weeks of 4on 4off. The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £18.98 and an annual equivalent of £41,452, with overtime opportunities and premium shifts on weekends.

Qualifications

• Must hold a UK Class 1 CE Licence.
• Current DCPC Card and Digital Tachograph Driver Card.
• Milk tanker experience is advantageous; training provided for right candidate.
• Thrive under deadlines with efficient, effective work.
• Confident, polite, and collaborative team player.
• Excellent knowledge of local and rural routes.

Responsibilities

• Collect raw milk from local farms while maintaining hygiene and safety standards.
• Transport deliveries to processing facility and meet client requirements.
• Handle farm collections and occasional transhipment work for variety.
• Ensure on-time deliveries and collections with high standards.
• Navigate rural routes and enjoy countryside driving.
• Perform daily vehicle safety checks and coordinate with transport team.
• Participate in regular training to stay updated with industry standards.

Skills

Class 1 CE Licence

DCPC Card

Digital Tachograph

Milk tanker experience

Deadline-driven

Team player

Geographical knowledge

Job description

Shift: 17:00hrs - 03:30hrs, on a 7-week rota. The rota consists of 3 weeks on a 5on 3off rota, followed by 3 weeks on a 4on 4off rota.

Competitive Salary: £18.98 per hour, equating to

£41,452 per annum, based on working 10.5 hours per shift, with excellent overtime opportunities. Additional shifts are paid at

£224.29 per shift Monday to Friday and

£234.29 per shift on Saturdays and Sundays. Shifts worked on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day are paid at

£199.29 for the first 10.5 hours worked (100% premium rate).

Do you have a UK Class 1 CE Licence?

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

About the Role

As a Class 1 Driver, you will:

• Collect raw milk from a network of local farms, ensuring strict adherence to hygiene and safety standards throughout the process.
• Transport deliveries to the processing facility, ensuring all collections and deliveries meet client requirements.
• Embrace a variety of tasks, including farm collections and occasional transhipment work, adding variety to your daily routine.
• 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 additional weekend shifts.

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.