Description
HGV/LGV Class 2 Driver
Job Type: Full time, Permanent
Location: Ambergate
Working Hours: Monday to Friday with enhanced rates for Saturday working.
Salary: £11.50 per hour (guaranteed 44 hours per week)
The Lockwood Group
The Lockwood Group is a dynamic forward thinking family run business established in 1965, which currently has over 300 employees across 5 UK sites. The group’s activities include UK transport, distribution and storage, frozen food production and co-packing solutions.
We are currently looking for professional HGV drivers to join our team. We have a modern fleet of premium brand vehicles, fantastic training opportunities and are proud to be a DVSA Earned Recognition operator.
Benefits:
1. Graded driver performance bonus (Grade A – D) worth up to £2,400.00 per annum
2. Training opportunities available to develop existing skills i.e., upgrade to Class 1 C+E, ADR, driver assessor, FLT licences
3. Very well-presented modern fleet that are predominately MAN & Scania
4. Overtime, driver incentive bonus scheme and night out payments (C+E only)
5. Funded on-site CPC training
6. Workplace pension
7. Full PPE & uniform provided
8. 28 days annual leave
9. Recently refurbished on site facilities
10. Free on-site parking
11. Covid secure measures in place i.e., PPE, vehicle sanitisation and cleaning procedures and social distancing. Remote interviews available.
The Role – HGV/LGV Class 2 Driver:
12. Monday to Friday with enhanced rates for Saturday working.
13. General Haulage
14. Use of the latest technology i.e., electronic POD devices, electronic walk around checks (full training will be provided).
15. To maintain excellent levels customer service
16. To ensure accurate and timely communication with the Transport team
17. To deliver goods in a timely and professional manner.
Qualifications – HGV/LGV Class 2 Driver:
18. Candidates will be a fully qualified HGV Class 2 driver with a CPC, valid Digi card and a good understanding of Tachograph and WTD rules.
19. You will be reliable and punctual and have a flexible approach
20. Good verbal communication with excellent customer service skills and a professional approach.
Newly passed HGV drivers are welcome to apply. We have a team of driver assessors/mentors that will provide full training and guidance.