HGV DRIVER

About the Role:

816 Logistics in Nottinghamshire are looking at rapid growth projections, providing long-term careers for drivers. We are looking for Drivers who are energetic, personable and safe. We provide the truck, but you should have a clean driving record and driving licence. Drivers will generally work from Sutton in Ashfield and Chesterfield. Weekend hours are a necessary, especially around holidays and bank holidays.

Shift Patterns

• Average shift length 10 – 12 hours
• Night shifts
• Full time / Part time
• Most start times are 9pm onwards

HGV Driver Benefits

• Driver is not required to assist with any unloading/loading.
• Driving only from fulfillment centre to fulfillment centre
• Traction work only– drop/swap trailers, working with boxed trailers only
• Paid for full shift regardless
• Flexible Working hours
• 28 days paid holidays
• Company pension
• On-site Parking
• Over time available each week
• We have access to the latest truck technology both on safety and sustainability.
• There is a great culture of inclusivity and support for diversity

HGV Driver Requirements

• Hold a valid commercial Driving License with the Correct Categories C / C+E
• Have a Professional Driving Qualification called the Full Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)
• Hold a Digital Tachograph / Smart Card
• Pass a background check (below) to the extend it is permitted by the applicable law
• Pass a standard drug and alcohol test (below) to the extend it is permitted by the applicable law
• Be able to speak & read English satisfactorily
• Have a maximum of 6 penalty points in the Driver’s License (as well as no DD, DR or IN endorsements)
• Approved drivers consist of drivers with BGC results as “Meets Requirements” and drug and alcohol tests with negative results.

HGV Driver Responsibilities

• Use route navigation apps and knowledge of area to deliver packages to warehouse on time
• Interact with stakeholders in a professional manner
• Work nights and weekends
• Complete daily maintenance checks on delivery trucks and notify manager of any issues
• Drive in inclement weather, such as light snow
• Maintain electronic logs to track routes and deliveries
• There is no loading /unloading or cargo securing requirements for them (the fulfilment centre team will take care of those)
• We have access to the latest truck technology both on safety and sustainability.
• There is a great culture of inclusivity and support for diversity

Driving, Driver, Truck Driver, HGV Class 1, HGV Driver

Location: Watnall Road, Nottingham, England NG15 6EN

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £39,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Experience:

• Class 1 C&E: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 1 CE Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Class 1 HGV Driver