Job description
Great rates and benefits available.
We are at the forefront of a competitive retail sector, providing amazing value to millions of customers every week, with a National and International store base in the UK, Ireland, Poland and Spain.
As a result of our rapid and continued growth, we have immediate positions available for HGV Class 1 Drivers at Wigan DC
Rotating 6 week rolling shift pattern – 40 hrs per week with a paid 45 minute break.
Rate of pay
Starting from £13.94 up to £20.90 per hour.
Mulitiple shift patterns available to suit most life styles. Excellent premiums available.
A 50p per hour additional payment after 3 months service for zero tacho infringements and zero road traffic accidents (fault) per week.
Enhanced incentive rates offered during peak period.
28 days holiday per annum based on a 5 day working week.
Are you looking for your next big step in your Transport / Distribution career?
Are you ready to work for one of the fastest growing discount retailer's in the UK?
About this amazing opportunity
Based at our Wigan Distribution Centre in Ashton-In-Makerfield. You'll be reporting directly into the Transport Manager / Team Manager. You will have good working knowledge and understanding of Transport and distribution who is able to embrace and adapt with change.
If you work for Poundland, you need to have
- A class one licence with no endorsements, CPC card and geographical knowledge.
- Enthusiasm with a strong drive to create a positive and inclusive work environment.
- Able to interface at all levels of the organisation
- Bias for action, have a strong work ethic, and desire to achieve excellence.
- Flexible, have fantastic communication skills and huge amounts of drive are a must, together with a natural style that role models our Values
- A strong solutions focus - being comfortable working in an environment which demands strong deliverables along with the ability to identify problems and drive appropriate solutions in a cost effective way.
What you'll need on your CV
1 year’s driving experience is essential.
An excellent work ethic is a must along with common sense and who is self-motivated with a ‘can do’ attitude. You will be able to work as an individual, or as a team player within the company guidelines.
Things move fast here at Poundland and you'll be able to cope with change, enjoy working in fast paced DC environment.
We're a fantastic company to work for and...
Here at Poundland we're a fun and friendly place to work, recognise and celebrate success and we'll encourage you to make the most of your potential! You'll be an important part of a growing UK retailer, get the opportunity to work with hardworking dedicated colleagues and also other benefits include competitive annual leave allowance, pension and much more!
Benefits
Now we know that we couldn’t run a depot without you! So we have worked hard to ensure you receive the best benefits out there including:
- 40 hour week plus overtime (if desired)
- Incentive bonus scheme
- Pension Scheme
- 28 days holiday per year, increasing with service up to a maximum of 31 days
- Immediate start
- Colleague Discount
- Life Assurance
- 4 weekly paid
We'd love to hear from you, so click on apply and we'll be in touch!