HGV Class 1 Driver

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Job description
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About the Role
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**816 Logistics in Nottingham are looking at rapid growth projections, providing long-term careers for drivers. We are looking for Drivers who are reliable, punctual 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, but occasional extended hours and weekend hours may be necessary, especially around holidays.
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Shift Patterns

• Various shift patterns

• Average shift length 8 – 12 hours

• Mixture of morning, afternoon and night shifts

• Full time / Part time

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. On average 2-5 swaps per shift, working with boxed trailers only

• Paid for full shift regardless

• 28 days paid holidays

• Company pension

• On-site Parking

• Over time available each week subject to availability

• 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 to the extend it is permitted by the applicable law

• Pass a standard drug and alcohol test 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

• Complete daily maintenance checks on delivery trucks and trailers 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
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Location: Watnall Road, Nottingham, England NG15 6EN

Location: Watnall Road, Nottingham, England NG15 6EN

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £35,100.00 per year

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Class 1 HGV: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• CPC and valid CE Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Shift availability:

• Day shift (preferred)
• Night shift (preferred)