Class 1 HGV Driver

Class 1 Driver (Huntingdon) - £45,427.20 p.a. + benefits.

As a Class 1 Driver you will be responsible for moving stock from our main DC in Huntingdon to our X-Dock locations as well as stores across the UK.

As one of our Class 1 / Trunk Drivers you will be part of a team that moves the stock from our main DC in Huntingdon to our X-Dock locations as well as stores across the UK.

We have a certain number of trunk drivers based at each DC.

Transport finished goods and raw materials over land to and from manufacturing plants or retail and distribution centres.

Conduct a vehicle inspection at the start of each journey for mechanical items and safety issues and report any issues through the company defect policy

Complete all documentation relating to the journey made and the products carrier correctly and accurately

Plan your route to ensure your meet delivery schedules and that the most efficient route is taken at all times

Comply with current legislation and regulation relating to the driving and operating of the vehicle

Manoeuvre vehicles / trailers / de-mount boxes into loading or unloading positions and assist shunters at DC’s if required

Report any accident or incident in accordance with company guidelines

Work on a rotational shift pattern in line with your colleagues.

This is a 24hr Monday to Friday trunk operation, so flexibility is required.

Ensure vehicle digital tachographs are downloaded in line with current legislation

To comply with procedures and processes to ensure the effective, efficient and professional operation of Transport operation

Maintain driving licences, digital tachographs and Drivers CPC in line with current legislation

Work within the parameters of the Working Time Directive