Class 1 Night Driver
Northampton, Northamptonshire
The Company
Yusen Logistics is working to become the world's preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities - through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we're dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world's preferred choice.
We are now seeking a Class 1 Night Driver to join us at our Grange Park, Northampton depot on a part-time basis, working on an annualised hours contract. This is a permanent position but offers a 12 month rolling contract and the flexibility of working fewer hours, averaging around 20 hours, based on two days per week.
This role would suit someone who can offer the flexibility of working any two days out of the Monday to Friday calendar but is able to work more hours if necessary. The start time for this role is between 23:00 and 03:00.
The Benefits
- Salary of £18.77 per hour
- Monthly pay
- Paid holidays
- Stable, guaranteed income
- Company Pension Scheme
- Employee discount schemes including E-vouchers and gift cards, gym membership as well as a recognition platform
- Life cover
- Critical Illness Cover
- Free uniform
- Free Driver training development programme, including DCPC courses
- Employee Wellness initiatives - WeCare - includes 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and more
This is a flexible and rewarding opportunity for a skilled and experienced Class 1 Driver to join our innovative and forward-thinking organisation.
Whether you're returning to work, seeking a role that fits around family commitments, or looking to boost your income after retirement, this role offers the perfect balance of flexibility and stability.
What's more, with access to ongoing development and career opportunities, you'll be supported to grow your skills and advance your career while maintaining the work-life balance that suits you best.
Apply today and take the wheel of your future!
The Role
As a Class 1 Night Driver, you will complete palletised deliveries from our Northampton distribution centre located in Grange Park.
Ensuring the designated routes are adhered to, you'll undertake route checks for safety restrictions, planned road works and traffic to ensure your journey will be smooth and efficient.
You will also maintain the cleanliness of the vehicles and ensure all documents are signed and completed.
Please note, this role does not involve manual handling, but we may ask occasionally to assist in helping with unloading goods where necessary.
About You
To be considered as a Class 1 Night Driver, you will need:
- A full, valid driving LGV Class 1 licence with driving experience
- A maximum of six points on your licence
- A CPC Driver qualification
- A valid Digital Tachograph card
- A flexible approach to your work and the ability to start at different times if necessary
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Other organisations may call this role Delivery Driver, Multi-Drop Driver, Truck Driver, Lorry Driver, Class 1 Driver, LGV Driver, Large Goods Vehicle Driver, Goods Vehicle Driver, or Collections and Delivery Driver.
Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential.
So, if you're ready to drive your career forward as a Class 1 Night Driver, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.