Milk Tanker Driver Nights

Gregory Group; Camelford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

DCPC training

Benefits package

Career development

Job summary

Gregory Distribution Ltd is seeking a Class 1 Ex Farm Milk Tanker Driver based in Davidstow. You will join a 7-week rota with 17:00 to 03:30 shifts, handling milk collections from farms and delivering to the processing facility, ensuring hygiene and safety standards.

The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £18.98 with overtime opportunities and premiums for weekend and holiday shifts. A UK Class 1 CE licence, DCPC and Digital Tachograph Card are essential; milk tanker experience is welcome

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

UK Class 1 CE Licence

DCPC Card

Digital Tachograph

Milk tanker experience

Customer service

Job description

Class 1 Ex Farm Milk Tanker Driver

Location: Davidstow

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

• 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.
• Bring your passion for delivering exceptional customer service, making every interaction count.
• 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.