HGV Class1 (Nightshift) driver
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Position Overview & Specifications
Menzies Distribution are currently recruiting for a HGV Class 1 driver (nights) to work out of our site in Aberdeen (Formely JBT)
Hours of work: 45 hours a week, (nights) - Shift pattern - Monday 8pm (start) - Tuesday - Thursday 6pm (start) & Friday 7pm (Start)
Rate of pay: £31,625.10 P/A, + Nightshift allowance.
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 locations.
- Assisting with loading and unloading
- Occasionally self-load and pump truck work
- Straps and curtain siders
- Customer loads and contents of pallets may vary
Requirements:
- A full UK C+E licence
- No more than 6 points on your licence
- No previous disqualifications
- Good knowledge of drivers hours and WTD regulations
- At least 2 years' HGV driving experience
Benefits:
- Uniform & PPE provided
- Employee systems program and access to mental health first aider
- Flexible working options (ask within)
- 28 days holiday allowance
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 HGV Class1 (Nightshift) 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 £31,625 - £31,625 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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