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HGV Class 1 Drivers – Essex (CM19)
The Recruitment Crowd are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established client based at their Essex depot. We are looking for experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers to join the team for ongoing store delivery work, with Temp to Perm opportunities available.
Location: Essex, CM19
Job Type: Ongoing work / Temp to Perm & Ad-Hoc opportunities available
Pay Rates:
- Monday – Friday Days: £21.00 per hour
- Monday – Friday Nights: £24.15 per hour
- Saturday Days: £24.00 per hour
- Saturday Nights: £27.15 per hour
- Sunday Days: £24.00 per hour
- Sunday Nights: £27.15 per hour
- Bank Holidays: £31.50 per hour
- Overtime (after 45 hours): £31.50 per hour
Shift Patterns & Start Times:
- 24/7 operation across Monday to Sunday
- Day and night shifts available
- Current Temp to Perm positions cover start times between 05:00 and 17:00
- Temp to Perm rota opportunities available
- Ad-hoc work also available
- Overtime rate applicable after 45 hours
The Role:
- Store delivery work involving pallets and roller cages
- Drivers must hold a Class 1 (C+E) licence but will be required to undertake Class 2 (CAT C) work
- Up to 8 drops per day
- Runs can consist of up to 4 drops, typically completed across 2 runs, or 1 run followed by separate deliveries and collections
- Using tail lifts and pump trucks to complete deliveries
- Moving and manoeuvring roller cages
- This is a physically demanding role and drivers must be comfortable with manual work
- Ensuring all deliveries and collections are completed safely and on time
Requirements:
- Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence
- Must be comfortable and willing to drive Class 2 (CAT C) vehicles as required
- Minimum 3 months' physical HGV driving experience
- Maximum 6 points for minor offences only
- Valid CPC and Digi Card
- Good understanding of drivers' hours and regulations
- Comfortable with manual handling, including pallets and roller cages
- Reliable and professional approach to work
Assessment Process:
- All drivers will complete an onsite assessment before starting
- Assessment includes relevant paperwork followed by a road drive
- Successful drivers can select from the available Temp to Perm runs on the rota, with current start times ranging from 05:00 to 17:00
- Alternatively, drivers can choose to work on an ad-hoc basis
- Full details of available shifts and runs will be discussed following a successful assessment
What’s on Offer:
- Excellent hourly rates with enhanced weekend, night and Bank Holiday pay
- Overtime paid after 45 hours
- 24/7 operation offering a variety of shift options
- Temp to Perm opportunities with set runs available
- Ad-hoc work for drivers looking for additional flexibility
- Ongoing work with an established client
To apply, please submit your CV or contact our team for more information.
- Experience
- Required
- Employment
- Full-time
- Salary
- £21 – £31.5 hourly
- Benefits
- Overtime rate after 45 hours
- Starting time
- Immediate start!
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