Gregory Group
Class 2 Driver
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Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Shift: 48 hour week, based on a 25-week rolling contract.
Do you have a UK Class 2 C Licence?
If "YES," we want to hear from you!
About The Role
As a Class 2 Driver, you will:
- Operate a rigid vehicle equipped with a tail lift to deliver bakery products to a range of retail outlets, wholesale and convenience stores across the South of England.
- Provide a high level of customer service at delivery points, engaging directly with customers to ensure delivery requirements are met and expectations are managed effectively.
- Demonstrate flexibility to accommodate early start times, safely operate tail-lift equipment, and carry out manual handling of bread deliveries in line with safe working practices.
- Ensure all goods are loaded, secured, and transported correctly to prevent movement or damage, using straps, load restraint bars, and other securing equipment as required.
- Conduct comprehensive daily vehicle safety checks using the company-issued mobile device, ensuring vehicle safety, compliance, and reliability at all times.
- Maintain regular communication with the transport team, providing timely updates on progress to support efficient operations and customer satisfaction.
- Participate fully in regular training sessions to remain up to date with industry standards, compliance requirements, and best-practice procedures.
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Essential Skills And Qualifications
- Must hold a UK Class 2 C Licence.
- Current DCPC Card and Digital Tachograph Driver Card.
- Demonstrate a passion for delivering excellent customer service.
- Ability to work effectively to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Confident, courteous, and able to work well both independently and as part of a team.
- Good geographical knowledge and route awareness.
- Physically fit, flexible, hardworking, and self-motivated with a positive attitude.
Why Join Gregory Distribution Ltd?
- Competitive Salary: £39,353 per annum - £42,636 per annum, depending on hours worked. PLUS for all shifts starting between 21:00hrs & 04:00hrs, you will receive an additional £7.50 per shift.
- Shift Hours: Starting between 01:00hrs and 03:30hrs, on a 25-week rolling rota, including weekends.
- Overtime: Paid at an hourly rate.
- Training: DCPC training during your employment*, Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.
- Benefits: Additional holiday purchasing scheme*, Retail discounts with Circular Benefits*, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*, and more.
- Career Development: Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.
- Company Benefits: Excellent holiday allowance, Medical Reimbursement*, Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme*.
- Extras: Christmas Savings Club*, Black Circle Tyre Discount*, Cycle To Work Scheme*, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
- Team Culture: Strong culture of teamwork.
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How To Apply
If you have the drive to be the best and want to be part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now!
Please submit your application as soon as possible. Due to high volumes of applications, we reserve the right to close adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications.
Eligibility: Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions. Proof of Right to Work will be required at the interview stage.
Contact Us: For any queries, please contact our Recruitment Team at. Our team is available Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs.
Note to Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to recruit directly but have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need assistance. We'll be in touch if we need you.
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