LGV Class 2 Driver

Location: Greater London

Job RefVTFNET
01330

City:

London Department Contract  Logistics Salary
35678.03 per annum

Status

Full Time Type Permanent Hours Monday  to FridayLGV Class 2 Driver Erith DA18 4AF
About UsYusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers, and communities through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing, and distribution services. As a company, we are dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected, and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

We are now looking to recruit an LGV Class 2 Driver to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, at our Erith site (DA18 4AF
), working Monday to Friday, with shifts starting between 6am and 7am, based on a 40 hour contract.

The Benefits Salary of £35,678.03 per annum (£17:15 per hour based on a 40 hour contract)
Opportunities for overtime

Free life cover

Critical Illness cover
22 days’ holiday, rising to 25 days after 5 years

Health Cash Plan Fully expensed CPC training and annual driver training programme

Company Pension Scheme
- Employee Wellness initiatives - WeCare includes a 24/7 online GP and mental health support service

Tailored development and ongoing training and support

New trucks

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Class 2 Driver to join our innovative logistics organisation.

We will ensure your comfort is always prioritised, giving you access to a modern, well-maintained fleet equipped with the latest features, so every journey feels smoother, safer, and more enjoyable from start to finish.

What's more, you will benefit from a consistent and steady shift pattern that not only supports a healthier work-life balance but also gives you the freedom and flexibility to make the most of your time outside of work.

So, if you want to take the next step in your career with a global leader, read on and apply today!

The Role As an LGV Class 2 Driver, you will ensure the safe and efficient delivery of electrical consumable products from our Erith site to retail outlets across the South East.

Working to a pre-planned schedule, you will ensure that products are delivered on time to customer premises and that all safety procedures are followed.

You’ll use your manual handling skills to offload goods safely, some of which can be heavy, and provide a professional service to customers.

Additionally, you will:

Perform vehicle inspections and ensure adherence to safety standards

Manage all documentation for each delivery accurately

Communicate effectively with clients and depots as needed

About You To be considered as an LGV Class 2 Driver, you will need:

Experience of manual handling techniques

Experience of driving curtain-sided vehicles

Good geographical knowledge of the Southeast (UK) road networksA maximum of six points on your licence (excluding IN, BA, CD, DD, DR, or DG codes)
A valid Driver CPC CardA valid Digital Tachograph cardA full, valid Class 2 driving licence with at least 12 months of recent commercial driving experience

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be shortlisted.

Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this  Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process but we encourage the candidates to use them to enhance their application and not replace their own effort and authenticity. Therefore, candidates should not rely on AI-generated responses during the interview process.

Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential. Yusen Logistics are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident Committed’ employer.
#J-18808-Ljbffr