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Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ 37,000 - 37,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Thame

Expire in: 20 days

Job Description

Class 1 Driver (Days) – Monday to Friday
 Location: Thame
Salary: Circa £37,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Hours: 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Working Pattern: 7:30am – 5:30pm (including a 1-hour lunch break)

About the Role

 We are looking for a reliable and professional Class 1 Driver to join our transport team. This role involves regular local palletised Collection & Delivery (C&D) work, typically using the same vehicle and operating on familiar routes. However, flexibility is required to support changing business needs.

A daily trailer collection from a local customer at 5:00pm is a key part of the role, with the trailer returning to our depot afterwards.

We provide well-maintained vehicles and electric pallet trucks to support the operation. There may also be opportunities to assist within our National Distribution department for those looking to broaden their experience.

Please note that some deliveries involve an element of physical work.

Key Responsibilities
 Collection & Delivery Operations

Complete assigned collections and deliveries safely and efficiently.
Follow all company and pallet network procedures and processes.
Ensure all paperwork and delivery requirements are completed accurately.
Maintain high standards of vehicle care and presentation.
 Health & Safety

Comply with all company Health & Safety policies and industry regulations.
Support the Transport Manager and Shift Supervisors in maintaining a safe working environment.
Ensure Driver CPC training remains current and compliant (training provided and funded by the company).
Conduct daily vehicle checks and report any defects promptly.
 Customer Service

Deliver excellent customer service at all times.
Represent the company professionally when interacting with customers.
Raise any operational or customer issues through the appropriate channels.
Maintain a professional appearance and ensure vehicles reflect company standards.
 National Distribution Support

Assist with ad hoc national distribution requirements when required.
Provide operational flexibility to support business demands.
 Skills & Experience
 Essential

Valid Class 1 (Category C+E) Licence.
Driver CPC Qualification.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Friendly, professional, and courteous approach to customer interactions.
 Preferred

Minimum 12 months' experience driving a Class 1 vehicle.
 Overtime
 Contracted Overtime:

Saturday mornings: 7:00am – 1:00pm
Required approximately once per month
 Benefits

Competitive salary of circa £37,000 (dependent on experience)
Company-funded CPC training
22 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
Modern fleet and electric pallet trucks provided
Stable Monday to Friday working pattern
Opportunity to gain experience within National Distribution operations
 If you are a professional Class 1 Driver looking for a stable weekday role with a well-established transport operation, we would love to hear from you

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