Class 1 Driver

As a Class 1 Driver, you will:

• Operate curtain-side or flatbed trailers to safely collect and deliver customer products, ensuring all journeys are completed to a high professional standard.
• Ensure all goods are loaded, secured, and protected using appropriate equipment such as straps, nets, and other load-securing devices to prevent movement or damage during transit.
• Carry out comprehensive daily vehicle safety checks using your company-issued device, maintaining full compliance and always ensuring vehicle reliability.
• Undertake nights out as required, bringing variety to your weekly schedule while supporting operational needs.
• Maintain consistent communication with the transport team, providing updates on progress and ensuring customer expectations are met.
• Participate in regular training and development to stay aligned with industry standards, safety requirements, and best practice.
• Demonstrate flexibility within the role - two of the available vacancies are cab-hopping positions, meaning you will be required to confidently operate different trucks as needed.
  
  Must hold a UK Class 1 CE Licence.
• Current DCPC Card and Digital Tachograph Driver Card.
• Experience of delivering loads directly to client sites is advantageous.
• Tanker experience is desirable but not essential as training will be given.
• Passionate about providing excellent customer service.
• Ability to work to deadlines.
• Confident, polite, and a team player.
• Good geographical knowledge.
• Fit, flexible, hardworking, and self-motivated.
  
  At Gregory Distribution Ltd, we are committed to delivering excellence in logistics and transport services. Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of compliance and operational efficiency. Join us and grow your career in a supportive and expanding business environment. We foster a strong culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.
  
  Competitive Salary: £39,236pa and more depending on hours worked.
• Shift Hours: Monday to Friday. Starting between 04:00hrs to 07:00hrs.
• Training: DCPC training during your employment, Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.
• Benefits: Additional holiday purchasing scheme, Retail discounts with Hapi, 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, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
• Team Culture: Strong culture of teamwork.