HGV Driver Class 1
HGV Class 1 Driver
Hours: 45 (across Monday-Friday only)Location: Westbury, Wiltshire delivering across wider South/South West region
Package: Basic Salary £32,000 - £35,0000 (depending on experience) plus bonus & flexible benefits package including up to 27 days holiday (Plus additional annual leave purchasing scheme)
Sector: Packaging Manufacturing
The Company
Macfarlane Packaging, Design and Manufacture are seeking to urgently hire an experienced HGV (Class 1/C+E license) Driver to deliver products on behalf of our manufacturing site based in Westbury. As a business, we are passionate about providing fully integrated and innovative packaging solutions augmented by outstanding customer service.As a Group we are continuing to grow significantly and always keen to attract talented new individuals to our business.
HGV Class 1 Driver role
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced HGV Drivers (Class 1/C+E license) to join our business. We welcome applications from motivated and enthusiastic individuals who are genuinely customer focused, proven team-players with good interpersonal and communication skills, coupled with a flexible approach and strong work ethic.This role will be working Monday - Friday, 45 hours per week, with multi drop deliveries in the South / South West with occasional deliveries further afield.
HGV Class 1 DriverKey Duties
Reporting to the logistics supervisor, key duties and responsibilities of the role include:
- Multiple customer deliveries in the wider region (average of 1- 3 drops daily) Drive Company vehicles and operate Company equipment in a safe and professional manner in accordance with Company policies, procedures and legislation
- You will be required to load your vehicle daily on return and secure load for safety
- Provide a professional driving service, to meet and exceed expectations of our customers ensuring customer service Experience level agreements are maintained.
- Comply with the vehicle security and standing procedure at all times.
- Carry out vehicle and auxiliary equipment checks prior to the operation of any vehicle, reporting any defects immediately
- Report any delivery issues or exceptions in a timely manner
- On return to site, you will report to the Logistics Manager or Supervisor for full debrief
- This role ability to self-manage and use initiative for solving problems.
- Responsible for the Health and Safety of themselves and others, adhering to safe working practices and the Health & Safety at Work Act, including accident, incident and damage reporting.Do you have the correct profile?
Firstly, you must be an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver with the appropriate driving license (no more than 6 points), hold a digi-card and be able to evidence at least one year's experience of commercial HGV driving. You must be happy to commit to a long-term employment arrangement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds irrespective of your age, gender, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, gender expression, religion, or sexual orientation. Should you require any specific support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please email our recruitment team directly.
Our BenefitsWe provide a competitive basic starting salary and operate a range of rewarding bonus/incentive schemes. Our flexible employee benefits can include: -
- 23 days annual leave (rising to 27 days with service) plus all public/bank holidays
- Contributory pension scheme
- Free parking at most of our sites
- Employee assistance program to support & advise with well-being & any issues
- Extensive range of training/development & potential progression opportunities
- Employee discount scheme (discounts on several major retail/leisure brands)
- Annual paid Volunteering Day
- Simply Health/Dental Cover option or BUPA cover for qualifying roles
- Enhanced HR policies relating to various employee rights & entitlements
- Long service awards (5-40 years)
- Charitable giving options
- Financial support with eye-tests/purchasing glasses (DSE users only)
- O2 Mobile discount scheme (up to 25% off)Your Future
Macfarlane Group is also dedicated to maximizing every employee's potential, by providing career development plans and pathways in an environment that fosters personal growth and continuous improvement.
How to Apply
This is an urgent vacancy. We will review applications swiftly, conduct initial interviews via video, and aim for a prompt start date. To apply, click 'apply' and ensure your CV is updated. All applications will be acknowledged, with shortlisted applicants hearing from us within a week or two.Unsuccessful applicants will be notified at the end of the process.
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