Class 1 Night Driver
Gregory Distribution, Hopetown, Wakefield
Class 1 Night Driver
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Gregory Distribution, Hopetown, Wakefield
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted today, 6 Nov | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 26f381c4a1a24145b84421b3b4d64441
Location ref: Hopetown, Wakefield
Full Job Description
As a Class 1 Night Driver, you will:
- Take to the road in curtain-side and box trailers, including both single and double deck trailers, to deliver goods to retail stores throughout the UK.
- Enjoy a manageable delivery schedule with typically 1 to 3 drops per shift, keeping deliveries on schedule and customers satisfied.
- Ensure every load is secured safely and compliantly using industry-approved restraint equipment.
- Complete tail lift deliveries with a strong focus on safety, efficiency and customer service.
- 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.
£44,486 per annum based on a 48-hour working week, including night shift allowance. Maximise your earnings with excellent overtime opportunities, earning £20.00 per hour on Saturdays, £24.00 per hour on Sundays and Bank Holidays, and an impressive £32.00 per hour on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Do you have a UK Class 1 CE Licence? If "YES," we want to hear from you!, - 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.
Direct job link
https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/class-1-night-driver-127700681