LGV/HGV C+E Class 1 Driver

Have you recently passed your LGV/HGV C+E test and frustrated that doors are closed without experience ? Not even given an opportunity for an assessment ?

Do you live within 30mins drive of WR11 postcode?

Are you looking for a shift which offers excellent work/life balance?

At Fowler Welch we offer a different approach, we support new driver passes and actively encourage you to come in and talk to us.

Why are we different ?

We understand the frustration in having your new LGV licence and not being able to pursue your new career, we operate with a dedicated-on site trainer, a buddy up scheme and after a short period of tuition time you are then running solo – who are we ?  we are Fowler Welch Chill Logistics Specialist

We are Fowler Welch – a multi award winning supply chain specialist working with retailers, wholesalers and manufacturers across the UK.  We live by a simple set of values: to delight our customers, maximise our efficiency, be socially responsible and be an employer of choice.

We are now recruiting for LGV/HGV C+E Class 1 Drivers on a full time and permanent basis in Evesham where you will be entitled to…

• Operating Hi specification Volvo FH vehicles (Typically less than 2 years old)
• Paid CPC Training on a working day.
• The chance to earn up to £1300 through various Safe Driving bonuses paid each qtr, {drive safe = earn extra money}
• £300 Refer a Friend or Family scheme
• Daily tax-free meal allowance

Job Description:

Shifts: 

• 4ON 4OFF Day shifts (Excellent work/life balance where you will work a basic of 182 days per year on average)
• Start times between 08:00-11:00am.
• Additional extra shifts available on request and to suit 

Salary/Basic Rates:

11-12 average working hours per day – If you work less than these hours, you will still receive the below day rate.

• £170.80 – Monday to Friday Days
• £192.99 – Saturday/Sunday Days

Your role will include operating refrigerated vehicles, delivering and collecting chilled stock from Local and Regional Distribution Centres, Stores as well as Farms and Packhouses across the UK.

Why Fowler Welch? Check out what we can offer below!

Our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• £5.00 a day tax free meal allowance
• Competitive Full Paid Holiday Entitlement {average earnings scheme}
• Potential to earn £1,300 annual safe driver bonus scheme (Paid each quarter) based on safe and efficient driving.
• Fully funded Healthcare cash plan value up to £605.
• Life Assurance – Equal to 3 times your basic salary.
• Refer a Friend scheme - £300 payment per friend / family / colleague that you recommend and successfully completes probationary period
• Reward & Recognition Schemes in Place monthly winners receive £100 of shopping vouchers.
• Coveted ‘Driver of the Year’ accolade – highlighting our very best drivers and rewarding them with prizes including £750 of high street vouchers.
• Operating a highly specified, modern vehicle fleet.
• Fully funded CPC training that takes place on a paid working shift.
• Weekly Paid (Every Friday).
• Penson Scheme 4.5% Employer Contribution & 4.5% Employee Contribution.
• Retail Discounts via our online Hapi app platform / cycle to work scheme  
• Handheld tablets for pre vehicle checks and manifests.
• Culina Group discounts and benefits included.

*T&C’s apply.

• Possession of LGV C+E Licence
• Current DCPC
• Knowledge of Road Transport Directive and Current Drivers Hours Desirable but full training can be provided
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Ability to Work Effectively and Accurately in a Fast Paced Environment
• Effectively Prioritise Workload in Order to Meet Set Deadlines

As part of our drive to make Fowler Welch a great place to work.  We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisaton where we are committed to colleague development and recognising success for hard working performers.

When our colleagues have passion for what they do they work with more care and attention which is reflected to our clients, Click APPLY NOW to #JoinOurWinningTeam and begin your career today.