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SalaryHowden Joinery is actively recruiting qualified and experienced LGV drivers to join our Night shift and support the growing transport service at the Howden site.
As an LGV Driver, you must have proven experience in a fast-paced transport environment and exceptional customer-focused service ethics.
Reporting to the site Transport Supervisors, the key purpose of this role is to ensure the safe and efficient movement of products to other Howden's sites in line with the delivery schedule. The role contributes to the network results and ensures our customers are delivered undamaged products on time.
What will you be doing as an LGV Driver:
- Trunking movements through PDC's / out bases (nights)
- Weekend work required through our peak period (October)
- Hours of work average 50 hours p/w
- Full company PPE
- Work within the SHE guidelines
- Driving to company performance parameters
What do you need to qualify for the LGV Driver:
- Excellent knowledge of driver regulations/WTD.
- Hold a full, clean, and up to date LGV driving license
- Have experience in a fast-paced supply chain environment preferably haulage.
- Fully Conversant with tachograph hours and working time directive
- Have a can do, service driven attitude and a desire to deliver our product safely and carefully.
- Be totally committed and comfortable with working long hours alone on the road.
- Although this is a night shift role a degree of flexibility is required with the ability to fulfil Driver contractual hours which may include some, weekends, and additional hours at peak trading times.
What we can offer you:
- Competitive salary + annual company bonus
- Competitive Pension Plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
- Free onsite car parking
- Staff Discount
- Exceptional Reward and Recognition events.
About Us
Howdens Joinery is the UK's number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 800 depots throughout the UK and Europe - making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. With an ambitious and credible growth plan, we continue to build on our GBP2.3 billion sales made last year.
There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens - and why we have been named as one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
How to Apply:
We are building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a LGV Driver, then we are keen to hear from you.
Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.
