HGV Driver Class 1
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Position Overview & Specifications
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HGV Driver – Class One
Based: Mintlaw, Aberdeenshire
At Macduff we process more wild shellfish than anyone else in Europe - and that’s all we do. We are masters of our trade. We take a wild and natural product in fresh and frozen form to demanding customers all over the world.
Our organisation can offer unrivalled career development opportunities and the commitment of being part of a global organisation who is recognised as a true employer of choice.
HGV DRIVER – CLASS ONE
Duties will include:
· Driving vehicle in accordance with the law and safe working practices
· Driving within the tachograph law, driver hours and working time directive requirements.
· Ensuring the vehicle is safely loaded and secured to minimise the risk of damage to the load, injury to persons, and /or damage to premises or other vehicles.
· Make timely collections and deliveries as scheduled.
· Prepare vehicle for use, carrying out daily safety checks, reporting any non-conformances
· Maintain the cleanliness of the drivers cab and vehicle exterior.
· Complete delivery / collection paperwork. Keep records of mileage, fuel use, and other costs incurred.
· Attend essential training in order to carry out the driver role.
· Adhere to Company policies, procedures and standards, including operational, technical, Health & Safety and Human Resources to ensure the Company operates within legal and best practice guidelines
Experience & Qualities Required:
· Valid Clean HGV Licence
· 2 years’ experience in HGV Driver role
· Ability to follow instruction.
· Excellent timekeeping and attendance.
· Good knowledge of geographical areas.
· Adaptable to business needs and change.
· Practical, enthusiastic with a flexible approach to work
· Familiarity operating standard vehicle equipment eg, pallet trucks.
An attractive remuneration package is available for the right candidate depending on skills and experience.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £35,000.00-£36,600.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Employee discount
- Free flu jabs
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Peterhead: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Driving: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driver CPC (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 24/04/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for HGV Driver Class 1 roles across Macduff Shellfish (Scotland) Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £35,000 - £36,600 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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