Job at a glance
As a Class 1 Driver, you will: Take on the essential role of collecting fresh milk from local farms and delivering it to the dairy, ensuring every delivery is made with care and precision. Collect milk samples during farm collections and once back at the depot, ensure all samples are correctly labelled before being dropped off for laboratory testing, in line with quality and food safety requirements.
Embrace a variety of tasks, including farm collection and occasional transhipment roles, adding excitement to your daily routine. Ensure all deliveries and collections are completed on time, meeting client requirements and maintaining consistently high standards. Enjoy rural driving while navigating beautiful landscapes and countryside routes. Carry out comprehensive daily vehicle safety checks using the company phone to ensure vehicle safety, compliance, and reliability.
Maintain regular communication with the transport team, providing updates on progress and any issues encountered. Participate in regular training sessions to remain up to date with industry standards, procedures, and best practices. Must hold a UK Class 1 CE Licence. Current DCPC Card and Digital Tachograph Driver Card. Experience with milk tankers would be an advantage, though full training will be provided for the right candidate.
Bring your passion for delivering exceptional customer service, making every interaction count. Thrive under deadlines, showcasing your ability to work efficiently and effectively. Be a confident, polite, and collaborative team player, contributing to a positive work environment. Have excellent geographical knowledge, navigating routes with ease and precision. Competitive Salary: £15.30 per hour. Plus, for all hours worked between 22:00hrs - 05:59hrs, you will receive an additional £2.42 per hour.
Shift Hours: 18:00hrs - 04:00hrs, working 10 hour rotating shifts on a 4on 4off rota. Overtime: Paid at an hourly rate. Enhanced rates for working weekends. Training: DCPC training during your employment, Monthly Courses for a variety of areas. Benefits: Additional holiday purchasing scheme, Retail discounts with Circular Benefits, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support, and more. Career Development: Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.
Company Benefits: Excellent holiday allowance, Medical Reimbursement, Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme. Extras: Christmas Savings Club, Black Circle Tyre Discount, Cycle To Work Scheme, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day. Team Culture: Strong culture of teamwork.