Class 1 Driver
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Position Overview & Specifications
Class 1 Driver
Menzies Distribution are looking for HGV/LGV Class 1 Drivers to join our team. You’ll be undertaking the delivery & collection of product on behalf of Menzies Distribution Solutions Limited and its customer, Belron. Providing a first class service with our team in Coalville.
What You Really Want To Know:
- The salary for this role is £15.00 per hour
- Monday to Friday Shift Pattern
- The holiday allowance is 28 days inclusive of bank holidays
- Monthly Salary
- Parking Onsite
HGV Class 1 Driver Duties:
- General driving duties, observing current legal and best practice delivering and collection to/from our customer’s premises or other MDS locations.
- Delivering product on behalf of MDS and their customer
- Use of electronic POD and up to date technology (full training provided)
- Assisting with loading and unloading
- Use of moffett truck (night shift)
HGV Class 1 Driver Requirements:
- A full UK C+E licence
- 12 months previous class 1 driving experience
- Excellent driving skills
- No more than 6 points on your licence
- No previous disqualifications
- Good knowledge of drivers hours and WTD regulations
Additional Benefits:
- Modern fleet; latest generation trucks, fridge, cruise control and more
- Driver CPC training provided
- Uniform & PPE provided
- Healthcare Cashplan for all employees and dependants, including dental, optical, physiotherapy, health screening, 24/7 counselling and more
- Employee perks: discount on trips, hotels, gyms, days out, restaurants, supermarkets and more
- Discount on mobile phone contracts with EE;
- Training opportunities and development plans
- Driver of The Year Awards
- Flexible working options
A bit about us:
At Menzies Distribution, we have been delivering across the UK since 1833. Today, we are Logistic UK’s most innovative business of the year, with a strong focus on the future, sustainability, and innovation – we keep moving forwards.
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: Taxi & Car Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Class 1 Driver roles across Menzies Distribution'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 Taxi & Car Services.
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 £15 - £15 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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