Cat C+E HGV Class 1 Driver

Farmfoods Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned retail company in the UK is seeking enthusiastic Class 1 HGV / LGV (C+E) drivers for a full-time position at their distribution centre. The role offers a competitive hourly pay of £17.52, guaranteed weekly hours, and the potential for overtime. Benefits include 6 weeks of annual leave, an interactive induction program, free canteen facilities, and a comprehensive staff benefits package. Ideal candidates will have a full UK driving licence, digital tachograph, and a positive work attitude.

Benefits

6 weeks annual leave

Free canteen facilities

15% staff discount

Annual CPC courses

Smart uniform and PPE provided

Free life assurance

Workplace pension

Virtual GP and discounted services

Qualifications

• Must have a full UK driving licence with C+E entitlement.
• Digital tachograph and CPC card are required.
• No more than 6 points on the driving licence with no major endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Complete delivery drops to shops.
• Unload palletised goods using a powered pallet truck.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks.

Skills

Friendly, positive attitude

Safe driving practices

Education

Full UK driving licence (C+E entitlement)

Digital tachograph & CPC card

Job description

We are looking to recruit both experienced and newly qualified Class 1 HGV / LGV (C+E) drivers who will be based at our distribution centre in Appleton, Warrington.

We offer a permanent full time position and have a variety of shift patterns available which usually includes at least one weekend day.

Pay, working hours & benefits:

We offer an hourly pay rate of £17.52 and you will be guaranteed a certain number of hours work per week. If you’re looking to earn a bit more then overtime is regularly available.

The majority of our shifts start in the early hours of the morning (between 1am and 6am) and end early to late afternoon.

In addition to your pay you will also benefit from:

• 6 weeks annual leave.
• An interactive induction programme with support from one of our skilled driver trainers.
• Free canteen facilities.
• 15% staff discount to use in any of our 300+ shops on a great range of food and household essentials.
• Annual CPC courses.
• A smart uniform and all PPE provided at no cost to you.
• Free life assurance.
• Workplace pension.
• A staff benefits package which includes a virtual GP as well as discounted services and products such as cinema tickets, gym memberships, days out and travel.

As one of our drivers you will:

• Complete delivery drops to shops.
• Unload palletised goods from the vehicle using a powered pallet truck and tail lift.
• Collect waste and other items from the shop to return to the depot.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks.
• Have a safe and efficient approach to driving.

You will need:

• Full UK driving licence (with C+E entitlement).
• Digital tachograph & CPC card.
• No greater than 6 points on your driving licence with no dangerous driving or drink-related endorsements.
• A friendly, positive, hard working approach to work.

We welcome applications from Army, Navy and Royal Air Force service leavers and veterans into our distribution operations and work in partnership with Hire a Hero to support service leavers with their transition into civilian life.

A bit about us:

Farmfoods are a family business with ambition. We pride ourselves on offering our customers great value, quality products from clean and tidy shops with the friendliest team in retail.

We aim to offer sensational value to customers on a great range of everyday family oriented goods. We back up our sensational value with a focus on delivering an ‘old fashioned’, genuine and friendly customer experience.

Our drivers are the face of our distribution operation visible to thousands of customers and potential customers whilst out on the road and regularly interacting with our shop teams and our suppliers.