Job Advert
HGV Driver (Days) - Fixed Term until 31st October
Job Overview
Regular roster of 4 on 4 off shift, availability for 04:30 - 16:30, Overtime rate of 1.5, Free onsite parking, complimentary meals and refreshments, free uniform, free life insurance, company sick pay, pension scheme. Starting in April 2026
What will life as a HGV Driver Days in the Gategroup Team look like for you.
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£18.00 per hour
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Overtime @ 1.5 times the hourly rate
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4 on 4 off pattern 04.30 – 16:30
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Inhouse training and development
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Complimentary meals & beverages
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Free Uniform
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Company sick pay
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Free on-site parking
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Paid Holiday
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Regular shift patterns
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Pension scheme to help you save for your future
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Bespoke employee support programme, including free counselling sessions
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Refer a friend scheme with generous bonuses for each successful referral
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Access to a great discount platform, saving you money on everyday purchases and so much more
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Cycle to work scheme
Main Duties and Responsibilities
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Driving HGV 15 – 18 tonne company liveried vehicles in a secure & controlled environment
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Carrying out vehicle checks prior to use
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Loading and unloading catering uplifts to aircraft
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Liaison with flight crew and working in collaboration with other ground handling suppliers
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Maintaining the cleanliness and tidiness of the vehicle
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Adhering to all Road Traffic Acts and additional Airport By- laws
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Additional duties such as Bar and stores packing or search and sealing will be a daily requirement along with any associated paperwork.
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Plus any additional warehouse duties
Requirements of the HGV Driver:
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Valid clean HGV CAT C Driving Licence (up to 3 points will be considered)
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Digital Tachograph knowledge and possession of a digital tachograph card
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Driver CPC qualification essential
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Previous HGV experience desirable, Airport Airside Driving would be an advantage
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Knowledge of the Road Traffic Act
Previous experience in a catering or hospitality role is desirable but not essential. You must be able to work shifts and be keen to learn. In addition to job - related training, you will develop your skills in team work, time management, multi-tasking, communication and attention to detail.
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK, undertake a CRC (Criminal Record Check) and provide 5 years of checkable referencing history. For anytime spent outside the UK exceeding 6 months, you must be able to provide a CRC (Criminal Record Check) for that country.
If you share our values of excellence, passion, respect and responsibility, don’t miss out on this opportunity to join our team. Apply TODAY.
