Part Time Class 1 Drivers - Flexible Hours

Part Time Class 1 Drivers - Flexible Hours Northampton, England

Yusen Logistics (UK)
Full Time Northampton, England 16.8 GBP HOURLY Today
Job description

Job Ref
RFLEXGP001
City:
Northampton
Department
Contract Logistics
Salary
£16.80 p/h
Status
Full Time
Type
Permanent

More details

Are you a Class 1 Driver who is looking for a role which offers flexibility to work shifts to suit your current situation?

Are you looking for a role that works around your family commitments? Are you a returner to the workplace after a gap in employment? Perhaps you are retired and want to boost your income?

Do you want to work for an employer that recognises you as a permanent member of the team and offers the benefits to match?

If you answered yes to all the questions, then this opportunity may be just right for you.

Yusen Logistics are looking to recruit Class 1 Drivers to work at our Grange Park, Northampton depot (NN4 5FB) with the opportunity to work flexibly on an Annualised Hours contract. These are permanent positions but offer the flexibility of working fewer hours.

How does the Annualised Hours Contract work?

On a weekly basis, you will work 16-32 hours (Monday – Friday), picking your shifts from those available as part of a rota sent to your device.

You will receive notifications of available shifts to your device via our JoinedUp system. All details will be shared with you (location, rate, shift pattern, who to report to). You simply book the shifts that suit you.

We will be happy to discuss and confirm details of the hours at interview stage.

Benefits of the annualised contract

  • A salary of £16.80 per hour (paid monthly)
  • Paid holidays
  • Stable, guaranteed income
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Employee discount schemes including E-vouchers and gift cards, gym membership as well as a recognition platform
  • Life cover
  • Critical Illness Cover
  • Free uniform
  • Free Driver training development program, including DCPC courses
- Employee Wellness initiatives – WeCare - includes 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and more.

Main Duties of the role

As an LGV Class 1 Driver, you will safely and efficiently deliver palletised products to other Yusen Depots and distribution centres within a geographical area throughout the UK.

Ensuring the designated routes are adhered to, you’ll undertake route checks for safety restrictions, planned road works and traffic to ensure your journey will be smooth and efficient.

Please note, this role does not involve manual handling, but we may ask occasionally to assist in helping with unloading goods where necessary.

Start times vary from midnight so there will be a start time to suit your personal requirements.

To be considered for the role as a Class 1 Driver, you will:

  • Be willing to undertake the manual handling of goods, including loading and unloading of products where necessary (including palletised and white goods)
  • Undertake any other duties as necessary in line with operations requirements
  • Be able to ensure service level agreements are maintained
  • Meet all special instructions as detailed on delivery documentation
  • Ensure all documentation is signed and completed as required
  • Follow SCW procedure (Stop Call Wait)
  • On return to Depot, report to office for full debrief
  • Comply with vehicle and load security procedures at all times
  • Contribute effectively within a team environment
  • Maintain the cleanliness of the vehicle at all times
  • Provide excellent customer service

Required skills

  • A full, valid LGV Class 1 licence with a minimum of 12 months experience
  • No more than 6 points on your licence
  • A good working knowledge of working time regulations
  • A CPC Driver qualification
  • A current Digital Tachograph Card
  • A flexible attitude to working hours
  • To be able to work collaboratively within a team environment

So, if you’re looking for a brilliant opportunity to join us as a LGV Class 1 Driver on our annualised contract, please apply ASAP.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential.

Part Time Class 1 Drivers - Flexible Hours
Yusen Logistics (UK)

www.yusen-logistics.com
Tokyo, Japan
Toru Kamiyama
Unknown / Non-Applicable
10000+ Employees
Company - Private
Taxi & Car Services
1955
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