JG Pears is a long established, highly successful and expanding animal rendering operation with a modern fleet of vehicles are looking to recruit a HGV C+E (Class I) driver to operate from our site in Market Harborough.
HGV Class I Driver
We are looking for an additional team member to join our Market Harborough depot. This is a predominantly Class 1 days only role, working an average of 50 hours per week with start times between 4am and 6am. Applicants must hold both Class 1 and Class 2 licences, as occasional Class 2 cover may be required to support operational needs.
Rewards
- £16.52 per hour plus enhanced weekend pay and driver bonuses available
- 28 days holiday entitlement (Pro rata depending on shift pattern)
- Company pension
- Company sick pay scheme
- 24/7 GP and mental health support, wellbeing and nutrition programmes, second medical opinion, health resources, emotional wellbeing app, smoking cessation support, and bereavement counselling.
- Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice
- Discounted EV charging points
- Life Assurance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Occupational health
- JG Pears rewards (retail / restaurants / gym discounts)
- Financial education and guidance through external providers
- Introduce a friend reward £300
Responsibilities
- You will be responsible for collecting and delivering animal by-products nationwide
- Completing all legally required documentation concerning movement of products
- Adhere to drivers’ hours rules and regulations including working time regulations
- Use of tachographs and vehicle first user checks
Requirements
- Adhering with UK and EU driving regulations, you must hold a clean HGV C+E driving license and current DCPC card
- Experience in the movement of animal by products will be an advantage
- ADR qualification desirable but not necessary
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £16.52 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Experience:
- driving: 1 year (preferred)
- Heavy Goods Vehicle Drivers: 1 year (preferred)
- Driving a Goods Vehicle: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
Work Location: In person
