Class 1 Night Driver
Gregory Distribution, Upper Morton, South Gloucestershire
Class 1 Night Driver
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Gregory Distribution, Upper Morton, South Gloucestershire
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 15 Oct | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: fc6025ea91f44d66a9c8c1b9fe7aa201
Location ref: Upper Morton, South Gloucestershire
Full Job Description
As a Class 1 Driver, you will:
- Deliver goods to retail stores on a dedicated contract using curtain side, tail lift, and box trailers, while returning store waste to the depot.
- Enjoy a manageable delivery schedule with typically 1 to 3 drops per shift, keeping deliveries on schedule and customers satisfied.
- Ensure all loads are safely and securely restrained using straps, nets, and appropriate securing equipment to prevent movement or damage during transit.
- Safely operate electric-assisted pallet trucks and carry out manual handling for cage-based deliveries when required, ensuring efficient and safe unloading at customer sites.
- Manage trailer movements, including the collection and return of trailers for servicing at the end of each shift.
- Perform comprehensive daily vehicle safety checks using your company phone to maintain top-notch vehicle safety and reliability.
- Maintain regular communication with the transport office to provide updates on delivery progress and respond to any changes or issues in real time.
- Represent the company professionally at every delivery point, ensuring excellent customer service and building strong relationships with store teams.
- Participate in ongoing training and development, including refresher courses and updates on industry regulations, to keep your skills sharp and compliant.
Hold a valid UK Class 1 (CE) Driving Licence. - Possess a current Driver CPC qualification and Digital Tachograph Driver Card.
- Previous experience delivering to retail, commercial or customer sites is advantageous, although full training can be provided.
- Demonstrate excellent customer service skills, with the ability to communicate professionally and build positive relationships with customers.
- Be capable of working to planned schedules and delivery deadlines while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.
- Bring a positive, reliable and team-focused approach, with the confidence to work independently when required.
- Have good geographical awareness and the ability to navigate routes efficiently across the UK.
Overtime: Paid at an hourly rate. Enhanced rates available 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.