We are Gearr UK Ltd. We are a small family run company, and we are building our business by providing an excellent middle-mile service to big brand names. We pride ourselves on providing a quality service, which is on time, every time and we can be relied upon as an excellent service partner.
We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our small team. You will be rewarded for being on time, every time and being fully compliant.
We welcome self motivated and hardworking individuals. You will be provided with new state of the art Mercedes and MAN vehicles with the latest technology.
It’s all about driving safely, providing good customer service, and working positively with other members of the team.
If you join Gearr UK Ltd you will be home after every shift.
A day is planned around a 12 hour shift but if your day is shorter you will be paid for 12 hours.
About the Role
Gearr UK Limited in Mansfield are recruiting now and providing long-term careers for drivers. We are looking for Drivers who are energetic, personable and safe. We provide the truck, but you should have a clean driving record and driving licence. Drivers will generally work five shifts in seven, but occasional extended hours may be necessary, especially around peak periods.
Shift Patterns
- Various shift pattern available
- Shift length 12 hours
- Night shifts work
- Full time
- Overtime plus £30 per night bonus living away allowance available
- Temporary short and long Tramping shifts are required for holiday cover
HGV Driver Benefits
- Driver is not required to assist with any unloading/loading.
- Driving only from fulfillment centre to fulfillment centre
- Traction work only– drop/swap trailers. Working with boxed trailers only
- Paid for full 12 hour shift regardless, including cancelled shifts.
- Flexible Working hours
- 28 days paid holidays
- Company pension
- Mansfield head office start and finish point
- Over time available each week
- We have access to the latest truck technology both on safety and sustainability.
- There is a great culture of inclusivity and support for diversity
HGV Driver Requirements
- Hold a valid commercial Driving License with the Correct Categories C / C+E
- Have a Professional Driving Qualification called the Full Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)
- Hold a Digital Tachograph / Smart Card
- Pass a background check (below) to the extend it is permitted by the applicable law
- Pass a standard drug and alcohol test (below) to the extend it is permitted by the applicable law
- Be able to speak & read English satisfactorily
- Have a maximum of 3 penalty points on your Driver’s License to be considered for the role (as well as no DD, DR or IN endorsements)
- Approved drivers consist of drivers with BGC results as “Meets Requirements” and drug and alcohol tests with negative results.
HGV Driver Responsibilities
- Use route navigation apps and knowledge of area to deliver trailer to warehouse on time
- Interact with clients in a professional manner
- Work includes evenings and weekends
- Complete daily maintenance checks on delivery trucks and notify manager of any issues
- Drive in inclement weather, such as snow and heavy rain and wind.
- Maintain electronic logs to track routes and deliveries
- There is no loading /unloading or cargo securing requirements for them (the fulfilment centre team will take care of those)
Driving, Driver, Truck Driver, HGV Class 1, HGV Driver
Location: Kirkby/ Mansfield, England
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £42,960.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
