Job description
HGV1 DRIVER
· Full-time, permanent
· On target earnings up to £47,000 gross per year
· Base: Toddington, Beds
What’s on offer:
· Drive our state-of-the-art trucks
· High spec Fridge and Microwave
· Work mobile
· Meal allowance
· Night allowance
. 28 Days Holiday inclusive of bank holidays, holiday accruing with service
· Paid overnight truck parking
· Overtime payments for weekend hours
· Uniform & PPE provided
· CPC training paid for at overtime rate
· Benefits that support you and your family such as Life Assurance 6x salary
· Helping you plan and save for the future with a contributory pension plan offering you levels up 5% which is matched by us.
· Employee Assistance Programme – guidance and support when you need it most
· Looking after your health with free eye tests, money towards your driving glasses, free medical tests
· Performance Related Rewards
· Free secure onsite car park
· Friendly and appreciative team
Our drivers are essential key workers in the British Food supply chain helping to feed Britain. They are responsible for moving bulk grain, oilseeds, pulses and TASSC approved products from farms and stores to customers across the UK. Our drivers are a key point of contact with our customers and represent the Company every day. Service is important to us so flexibility, initiative and a customer-focused approach are key to delivering our high standards of efficient and effective service.
Newly qualified Class 1 drivers are welcome to apply. Full training and support will be provided to every driver around the bulk haulage operation and in all other aspects of the job role.
What we are looking for:
· Class 1 (C&E) licence holder and CPC qualified.
· Our working week is Monday to Friday Tramping (staying in cab overnight).
· Bulk Tipper experience preferred, but training will be provided
· Excellent driving skills and road safety knowledge
· Good housekeeping routines and awareness of health and safety obligations
· Reliable, flexible to meet the needs of the business- this role will involve up to 4 nights out per week.
· Courteous approach with great communication skills.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £47,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- BEDFORD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driver CPC (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: HR01-08-01 HGV Driver - Bedfordshire