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*** Class 2 Driver, HGV 2 Driver, LGV 2 Driver, Bristol, Driving Jobs, Newly Qualified, New Pass, Fresh Pass, Driving Work, Class 2 Work in Bristol, Driving Agencies Bristol, Agency Driving Jobs in Bristol ***
We are recruiting Class 2 drivers to work for one of the UK's market leading retailers from their depot in Avonmouth in Bristol. The roles are temp to perm - after 12 weeks you will be offered a permanent contract directly with the client. The client is happy to accept newly qualified drivers so it's a great opportunity to build your experience and work for a company that will look after you and invest their time and money in your progression.
All drivers will have to pass a drug and alcohol test (and be happy to be re-tested occasionally) and also undergo a Disclosure Scotland (DBS) clearance. The company has a strict anti drugs and alcohol policy and conduct random drug and alcohol tests for 2-3 staff every day.
The start times for the roles will be between 4am-6am and you will be completing around 50 hours per week on average. The roles are Monday to Friday only - no weekend work will be involved.
The pay rate is 17.00 per hour. The starting annual salary once you get the contract will be 42,432 + overtime + quarterly bonuses.
Please note that the roles are very physical and 60% of your day will be spent loading and unloading the products. You will be working with either another driver or a drivers mate at all times to share the workload.
As a Class 2 delivery driver, your duties will include:
- Completing up to 5 deliveries daily
- Manual loading and unloading - extensive training will be provided
- Completing relevant paperwork
- Using PODs
- Providing excellent customer service
Candidate requirements:
- Category C driving licence, up to date CPC and Digi Tacho cards
- No more than 6 points on your driving licence and only for minor offences
- Physical fitness
- Reliability and trustworthiness
- Good customer service skills and willingness to represent client's values
- Good level of spoken English
All drivers will need to pass a driving assessment (theory and practical test as well as a drug & alcohol test) and complete 1 week's worth of training (mainly manual handling and safe lifting practices) before starting to drive yourself.
Benefits of working for the client:
- If you are a newly qualified driver - this is an excellent opportunity to gain skills
- Excellent pay rates
- Internal promotions
- "Family like" atmosphere
- Uniform and PPE provided by the client
- 25 days of annual leave + statutory bank holidays
- Closure between Christmas and New Year
To apply for the role, please click on the Apply now Button for immediate consideration
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