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Class 1 Drivers

Overview
Reference: TEG -808
Salary: 15.23-17.98 (GBP) /
Job Location: Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
Job Type:
Posted: Sunday, 28th April 2024

Class 1 Driver

Client overview:

The Employment Group are proud to announce that we are actively working in partnership with Gregory’s to assist with their recruitment drive for the Aylesbury area.

Gregory Distribution is one of the largest privately owned transport companies in the UK. Their diverse fleet operate on a nationwide basis, a service underpinned by continuous improvement, creative solutions and the innovative use of business systems and technology – all geared to delivering their customers’ commercial success.

Job Description:

The Employment Group are currently working in partnership with a well-known, transport company that cover the UK to recruit Class 1 Drivers to join their growing team.

As a Class 1 Driver for Gregory’s, you will play a crucial role in ensuring timely deliveries out of the local depots to a range of clients at locations across the UK. This work will mainly be trunking, meaning you are only required to drive to the location, loading and / or unloading will be completed for you.

For this role, we are looking for applicants that can travel between both Bicester and Hemel Hempstead depots dependant on requirements and delivery schedules. Therefore, for this role, your own transport is mandatory to allow you to travel between these sites when required by the client.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Safely operate Class 1 vehicles in accordance with road safety regulations and company guidelines.
  • Transport goods efficiently from site to site.
  • Adhere to assigned schedules, ensuring timely deliveries while demonstrating flexibility as needed.
  • Collaborate closely with the dispatch team to receive instructions and provide updates on delivery progress.
  • Complete thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections to guarantee the roadworthiness of the vehicle.
  • Uphold our commitment to exceptional customer service through courteous interactions during deliveries.

The requirements of this role include:

  • Valid Class 1 (Category C+E) driving license with a clean driving record. (Held for minimum of 2 years)
  • CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) qualification.
  • Proven experience as a Class 1 Driver, preferably within a distribution or logistics environment.
  • Flexibility to work long shifts of 12 - 14 hours and varied schedules, including weekends.
  • Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Team player mentality with a positive attitude and willingness to collaborate.

Shift Times:

5 out of 7 days

Night shifts work only

On average drivers will complete a 12–14-hour shift.

[Drivers are paid for a minimum of 8 hours regardless of the shift]

Pay Rates:

£15.23 p/h - Basic rate

£17.98 p/h - Night rate

Location:

Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire

{Able to travel and must have own transport.}

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