HGV 1 Driver
372219879

£34,000 - £37,000 Per Annum

Full Time

Permanent

Thame, Oxfordshire

Driving And Transport

Posted 7 hours ago

Expires In 29 Days

Job Description

Job Overview
We are seeking a reliable and professional Class 1 Driver to join our team. The role involves driving to our palletised freight partners to collect and deliver goods. Most loading and unloading is carried out using forklift trucks; however, some use of electric pallet trucks and occasional manual handling may be required.


There may also be occasional Saturday morning trailer movements, paid as overtime.

 
 Key Responsibilities
Driving Duties




    • Drive Class 1 vehicles to palletised freight partners for collection and delivery of goods

     

Health & Safety




    • Support the Transport Manager and Shift Supervisors in maintaining Health & Safety standards


    • Ensure CPC training is kept up to date (funded by the company)


    • Comply with all company and regulatory Health & Safety requirements

     

Client & Team Interaction




    • Communicate professionally and respectfully with pallet partners and colleagues


    • Report any issues through appropriate channels in a timely and professional manner


    • Represent the company positively at all times, maintaining a professional appearance and vehicle standards

     

Skills & Attributes


    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team


    • Comfortable working night shifts


    • Strong work ethic and reliability

     

Qualifications (Preferred but Not Essential)


    • Valid CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence)


    • Minimum 12 months’ experience driving a Class 1 vehicle

     

Working Hours


    • 45 hours per week, Tuesday to Saturday


    • Shift patterns:

        • 04:30 – 14:30 (approx. 90% of shifts)


        • 07:00 – 17:00 (approx. 10% of shifts)

         


    • Includes a 1-hour lunch break

     

Overtime


    • Monday support as required (contracted overtime)


    • Occasional Saturday morning work (paid as overtime)


     
 
 Salary & Benefits


    • £34,000 – £37,000 per annum (depending on experience)


    • 22 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays


    • Company-funded CPC training


    • Uniform provided


  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Toni Francis

Toni.Francis@pertemps.co.uk

01908 208500

Division 372

Pertemps Milton Keynes

205 Sovereign Court

Witan Gate East

Milton Keynes

Buckinghamshire

MK9 2HP

01908 208500

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