The role
We are looking for LGV Class 1 Drivers to support our operations based out of South Ockendon, Thurrock, Essex.
All shifts operate on a 5 days out of 7 rota which includes weekends (2 in 10 full weekends). The shifts start between 10:00 and 17:30, totalling 42 hours per week.
Base salary of £18.06 per hour plus 11% London weighting (c£43,300) We also pay additional premium rates* , weekly overtime x1.3 and rest day working of x1.5 plus you’ll be part of our Driver bonus scheme
What you'll take on
You’ll be a part of our critical operation transporting clothing and homeware products to our stores in the South East along with some trunk runs. Our Drivers should demonstrate a ‘Safety First’, where nothing is placed over the safety of yourself, the public or your colleagues.
What you'll bring
We are looking for Class 1 C+E license holders with a CPC card and minimum of 1 year HGV driving experience and a maximum of 6 points on license and no penalty points or convictions
Successful applicants will receive 2 days of training from a Driver Development Coach (DDC) and will be aligned to a Manager to provide any additional support required outside of their training alongside any support provided by the DDC.
*Weekend premiums (between the hours 06:00-22:00)
Saturday - £3.00 per hour
Sunday - £5.00 per hour
Night rate (between the hours 22:00-06:00)
Sunday - Thursday - £3.00 per hour
Friday - £5.00 per hour
Saturday - £7.55 per hour (until 30/09/26)
London weighting - 11%
Please note: Certain roles within our organisation are subject to DBS and credit checks. You can find comprehensive information regarding spent and unspent convictions on the official government website: gov.uk/tell-employer-or-college-about-criminal-record.
Following an initial application screen, you will be invited to a driving assessment and interview.
About Company
- Sharesave scheme
- 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT)
- Generous bonus scheme for many roles
- Restaurants with great food at amazing prices
- Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops
- Free on-site parking
- 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
- Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through our online benefits platform
- Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing
- Apprenticeship - Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification
- Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other
Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email [email protected] (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 01977 327 900 and leave a voicemail.