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Lorry Driver
HGV Driver Location: Avonmouth
Working Hours
- 48 hours per week (Monday–Friday, Sunday to Thursday)
- Starts between 16:00 and 20:00
We operate a large fleet of HGV Class 1 vehicles (retraylor bodies) across four UK depots in Avonmouth, Launceston, Tuxford, and Sittingbourne. Your role involves the delivery and collection of DS Smith products to/from customers and supplier sites nationwide.
Our Commitment to Safety & Quality
- Strong safety culture with a proven industry-leading track record
- Full compliance with regulatory standards
- Cutting-edge fleet technology for efficiency and reliability
- Ongoing training, including free in-house 1-to-1 DPCPC courses
- Recognised as award winners for environmental sustainability
Key Responsibilities
- Transport paper products to UK locations or collect raw materials for return to your depot
- Operate DS Smith trailers safely and efficiently
- Adherence to all driving regulations and company policies
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Requirements & Qualifications
✅ Category C1 (HGV Class 1) licence ✅ Valid Driver CPC + digital tachograph card ✅ Clean driving record ✅ High attention to detail and strong safety consciousness ✅ Team player with a proactive "can-do" mindset ✅ Daily travel to site (BS11 0YB) must not exceed 45 minutes
Why Join Us?
Benefits Include:
- Competitive salary + enhanced rates for weekend/Bank Holidays
- 25 days’ holiday + UK bank holidays
- Free DCPC training, uniform, and PPE
- Flexible working options
- Pension scheme, income protection, and life insurance
- EAP support, virtual GP, Occupational Health, and return-to-work benefits
- Employee well-being initiatives (e.g. free flu vaccine, mental health first aiders, annual eye tests)
- Retirement gifts, long-service awards, and a £50 Christmas voucher
- Employee recognition schemes ("Smithies" awards, "Driver of the Month")
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Our Culture
DS Smith is redefining packaging analytics for a sustainable future. We pride ourselves on: ✔ Inclusivity & diversity in all aspects of our workforce ✔ A culture of fairness, respect, and equal opportunity ✔welcoming candidates from all backgrounds—even if you don’t meet every criterion.
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