Location: Colchester, EssexPay: Starting at £612.33 per week (+ bonuses and additional benefits)Hours: 50 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Driver Hire Colchester is recruiting a temp-to-perm HGV Class 1 Driver for a fantastic opportunity with a well-established Colchester-based company, renowned for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and family values.
About the RoleAs a Class 1 (C&E) Delivery Driver, you will:
- Deliver and offload goods to retail clients nationwide.
- Operate drawbar trailers and swap bodies (experience preferred but not essential).
- Perform timely and professional deliveries to high street stores and warehouses.
Flexibility for nights away is required, with up to four nights out occasionally. Full training will be provided.
What You Need to Succeed- HGV Class 1 (C&E) License (essential).
- At least 1 year of delivery driving and manual handling experience (preferred).
- GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent).
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 34kg (with assistance).
- A methodical, enthusiastic, and committed approach to work.
- Flexibility to start between 5:30 AM and 8:00 AM.
- Starting pay of £612.33 per week, with opportunities to earn bonuses.
- Overtime after 50 hours at £16.33 per hour.
- Box bonus: £38 per box after 2 boxes (typically 2-4 boxes per shift).
- Night out pay: £10.66 taxable and £26.20 non-taxable per night.
- 5 meals per week provided: £13.75 taxable and £25 non-taxable.
- 30 days of holiday, including bank holidays.
- Auto-enrolment pension (after 3 months).
- Death in Service benefit (after 6 months).
- Inclusive workplace committed to diversity and equal opportunities.
- Competitive weekly pay during the temp period at £15.50 per hour, with a minimum of 10 hours per shift.
- A supportive and professional team to assist you throughout your journey.
- A clear path to transition into a permanent role with a leading company.
If you are a reliable and experienced Class 1 driver seeking a rewarding, long-term opportunity, we’d love to hear from you!
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities.
Expected Start Date: 6th January 2025.