HGV Class 1 Driver- FLEXIBLE DRIVERS REQUIRED (RUGBY, COVENTRY)
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Role Overview & Responsibilities
About the Role
MLK TRANSPORT LTD in RUGBY, COVENTRY 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 from 10-12 hours, but occasional extended hours and weekend hours may be necessary, especially around holidays.
MLK TRANSPORT is an equal opportunities employer
Shift Patterns
- Various shift patterns available
- Average shift length 8 – 12 hours
- Morning/Afternoon / Night shifts
- Full time/ Part time
HGV Driver Benefits
- Driver is not required to assist with any unloading/loading.
- Driving only from fulfillment centre to fulfillment centre
- Traction work only– drop/swap trailers. On average 3 swaps per shift, 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 each week
- 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 packages to 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: Boots Farm, The Straight Mile, Bourton-on-Dunsmore, Rugby, CV23 9QQ
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £41,200.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- HGV CLASS 1: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- CPC (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: One location
Expected start date: 01/04/2023
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