LGV Driver

We are recruiting a qualified and experienced LGV Driver to join our growing transport team at the Howden site, East Yorkshire.

As an LGV Driver, you'll need solid experience working in a busy transport operation and a strong commitment to delivering excellent customer service.

Working under the guidance of the site Transport Supervisors, your main responsibility is to move products safely and efficiently between Howdens sites in line with the planned delivery schedule. This role plays an important part in the performance of the wider network, ensuring customers receive their products on time and in perfect condition.

Location | Howden

Contract Type | Full-Time - Permanent

Shift | Monday - Friday Nights

Salary | £51,839.32 + £4,059.12 Shift Allowance

What you will 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

Working 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

Have a can do, service driven attitude and a desire to deliver our product safely and carefully

Be 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 weekends and additional hours at peak trading times

What can we offer you as an LGV Driver:

Competitive salary

Pension plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%

25 days holiday + bank holidays with an opportunity to purchase additional days

Staff discount

Friendly and supportive environment offering exceptional reward and recognition

How to Apply:

We're 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, then we're keen to hear from you.

Your application will be carefully reviewed, and we'll be in touch to let you know the next steps. If you're shortlisted, a member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss your application further.

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, this vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

About Howdens:
Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values.
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 one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

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.

Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.

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