HGV Class 1 Driver Dunstable, England
Job description
About the Role
Eurolink UK in Dunstable / Leighton Buzzard are looking at rapid growth projections, providing long-term careers for drivers. We are looking for Drivers who are energetic, personable and safe. We provide the truck, but you should have a clean driving record and driving licence.
Drivers will generally work 10-12 hours shift, but occasional extended hours and weekend hours may be necessary, especially around holidays.
You must be flexible with shift start time. The shift could be started in the morning, evening or night. However, the shift strart time would be the same for the rest of the week.
HGV Driver Benefits
- Driver is not required to assist with any unloading/loading.
- Driving only from fulfilment centre to fulfilment centre
- Traction work only– drop/swap trailers.
- Working with boxed trailers only
- Paid for full shift regardless
- Flexible working hours
- 28 days paid holidays
- Company pension
- On-site Parking
- Over time available
- 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 (below) to the extend it is permitted by the applicable law
- Pass a standard drug and alcohol test (below) 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 the load to the warehouse on time Interact with stakeholders in a professional manner
- Work occasional evenings and weekends
- Complete daily maintenance checks on delivery trucks 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
Location: Dunstable, England LU5 4GB
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 20 per week
Salary: £36,000.00-£39,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
Application question(s):
- Do you have C1 driving experience? (If yes, how long?)
- Are you looking for Day or Night shifts?
Licence/Certification:
- Driver CPC and Tacho Card (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: On the road
