About the company:
Gate Gourmet is the world's largest independent provider of catering services for airlines and is the core business behind gategroup, whose eleven associated brands offer customers a comprehensive scope of products and services for virtually any on-board need. We provide more than 200 million meals a year to our 270-plus customers at some 120 airport locations around the globe.
About the role:
Working at the Edinburgh Airport you will be part of a highly motivated team delivering outstanding service to its customers. Working with a fleet of modern specialized catering trucks, you will have the opportunity to transport and load catering uplifts on different aircraft types ranging from small business jets to commercial jets in a secure & controlled environment.
What will life as a HGV Driver in the gategroup Team look like for you. Inhouse training and development £16.02 +10% night allowance per hour + over time benefits(rate under annual review) 0600-1800 (3 on 3 off) Complimentary meals & beverages Free Uniform Company sick pay Free on-site parking Paid Holiday Pension scheme to help you save for your future Refer a friend scheme with generous bonuses for each successful referral Access to a great discount platform, saving you money on everyday purchases and so much more Cycle to work
Main Duties of the HGV Driver Driving HGV 15 - 18 tonne company liveried vehicles in a secure & controlled environment Carrying out vehicle checks prior to use Loading and unloading catering uplifts to aircraft Liaison with flight crew and working in collaboration with other ground handling suppliers Maintaining the cleanliness and tidiness of the vehicle Adhering to all Road Traffic Acts and additional Airport By- laws Additional duties such as Bar and stores packing or search and sealing will be a daily requirement along with any associated paperwork. Plus any additional warehouse duties
Requirements of the HGV Driver: Valid clean HGV CAT C Driving Licence (up to 3 points will be considered) Digital Tachograph knowledge and possession of a digital tachograph card Driver CPC qualification essential Previous HGV experience desirable, Airport Airside Driving would be an advantage Knowledge of the Road Traffic Act
Do you like working in a fast paced and collaborative environment? If you think you have what it takes to be part of our dynamic and motivated team, this may be the role you've been looking for so please APPLY TODAY
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK, undertake a CRC (Criminal Record Check) and provide 5 years of checkable referencing history. For anytime spent outside the UK exceeding 6 months, you must be able to provide a CRC (Criminal Record Check) for that country