Milk Tanker Driver Nights

Gregory Distribution Ltd; Whitland; In loco; GBP 17.000 - 25.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Free Uniform

Volunteer Day

Excellent Holiday Allowance

Medical Reimbursement

Life Assurance

Pension

Sickness Scheme

Descrizione del lavoro

Gregory Distribution Ltd. is seeking a skilled milk transporter for our Whitland depot. You will collect fresh milk from local farms, deliver to the dairy, and assist with sampling and lab procedures as required.

The role operates 18:00–04:00 on a 4-on 4-off rotating schedule, with gear including a Class 1 CE licence and DCPC. Training is provided. We offer competitive pay, night-shift bonus, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive transport team culture aimed at reliable, safe routing and

Competenze

• UK Class 1 CE Licence required.
• Current DCPC Card and Digital Tachograph Driver Card required.
• Experience with milk tankers is an advantage, training provided.
• Demonstrate ability to work to deadlines and under pressure.
• Confident, polite, and collaborative team player.
• Strong geographical knowledge for routing and deliveries.

Mansioni

• Collect fresh milk from local farms and deliver to the dairy with care and precision.
• Label milk samples correctly and drop off for laboratory testing as required.
• Engage in farm collections and occasional transhipment tasks.
• Ensure on-time deliveries and meet client requirements with high standards.
• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks and use the company phone to log checks.
• Maintain regular communication with the transport team and update on progress or issues.
• Participate in regular training to stay current with industry standards and best practices.

Conoscenze

Class 1 CE Licence

DCPC Card

Milk Tanker Exp

Deadline Driven

Team Player

Geography Knowledge

Descrizione del lavoro

• Take on the essential role of collecting fresh milk from local farms and delivering it to the dairy, ensuring every delivery is made with care and precision.
• Collect milk samples during farm collections and once back at the depot, ensure all samples are correctly labelled before being dropped off for laboratory testing, in line with quality and food safety requirements.
• Embrace a variety of tasks, including farm collection and occasional transhipment roles, adding excitement 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?

Competitive Salary

£15.30 per hour. Plus, for all hours worked between 22:00hrs - 05:59hrs, you will receive an additional £2.42 per hour.

Shift Hours

18:00hrs - 04:00hrs, working 10 hour rotating shifts on a 4on 4off rota.

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.