HGV (C+E) Driver - Luton

Ocado Logistics
Luton
5 months ago
Applications closed

Big wheels, Big Tech, Big opportunity! 

 

At Ocado Logistics it’s our mission to change the way the world shops for groceries and it all starts with our HGV drivers. Using our state of the art fleet – some powered by natural gas for specific routes and fitted with extra safety technology - our drivers take to the road to deliver and collect products to and from a variety of locations across the UK. 

 

Our larger warehouses (which we call CFC’s – Customer Fulfilment centres) are cutting edge, and vast (our largest is 573,000sq ft – that’s big enough to accommodate 7 Wembley football pitches!) and our HGV Drivers play a crucial role collecting shopping and distributing it across our smaller regional warehouse sites, for onward delivery to customers. We make a big point that we don’t offer multi drops so there’s no hidden lanes! 

 

Our HGV Drivers are our unsung heroes and whilst most of us are sleeping they are distributing our products to ensure it's there as and when we need it. Overnight, late in the day and or early in the morning – even on weekends. You have the option to work 32 hours over 4 days or 40 hours over 5 days. Our routes are assigned up to 12.5 hours per day and as such you will regularly be expected to carry out additional hours as and when needed.

 

The available starting bands are:

  • 19:00 - 23:00

  • 23:00 - 03:00

Please note that these are your starting windows, not your contracted shift hours.

 

What do you get in return?

 

In return, we pride ourselves on offering a safe working environment that goes without saying and perks and benefits that you can tailor to suit you and your lifestyle, including:

 

  • Employer-funded private medical insurance after 12 months of service
  • Paid Digital Tachograph card renewal
  • Paid Driver Medical in line with licence requirements- through our approved supplier
  • We will provide your ongoing periodic CPC training during your career 
  • Up to 7% matched pension contributions after three months of service
  • High street shopping and restaurant discounts including 15% off Ocado.com

 

And if you suddenly decide being a driver isn’t for you, there’s also plenty of opportunity for progression, as 87% of our salaried roles are filled internally.  

 

So what do we need from you? 

 

Just bring yourself and a positive attitude (plus a category C+E driving licence) and our amazing training team will do the rest, although a minimum of 6 months driving experience is desirable, this is not essential! You must be a safe and competent driver and be flexible on your shift length on a daily basis.

 

If you meet these criteria and would love to work with us, then what happens next? 

 

  • Fill in our online application - there is no CV required!
  • Our friendly team will conduct a telephone interview
  • You will complete a Right to Work Checks
  • A face-to-face interview and an interview drive will then take place with a driving assessor. 
  • Following this, we will ensure you are happy with the role and understand the shift patterns before any offers are made

 

Pay Structure: This position is lunar paid.  This means you will be paid every 4 weeks according to a monthly schedule.  Please take this into consideration when applying.

 

Basic hourly rate: £18.48

 

Evening premium rate (18:00-06:00): £20.48

 

Sunday Premium rate: £20.22

 

Sunday Evening Premium rate (18:00-06:00): £22.42

 

Overtime rate Monday to Saturday (Day Shift): £23.10

 

Overtime evening (18:00-06:00): £25.60

 

About Ocado Logistics 

 

Here at Ocado Logistics, our people, technology and customers work side by side supporting the amazing communities we serve. We're all in it together - not afraid to roll up our sleeves and get stuck in. 

 

Our people are incredibly diverse and come from all walks of life with different stories and experiences. We are proud to be a diverse employer, prioritising inclusivity and equal opportunities for all individuals. We are also proud to say we are an Armed Forces Covenant  employer - providing support and opportunities for veterans, reservists, and their families. We recognise the unique skills, experiences, and qualities they bring to our workforce, and we strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all. Whatever your background or story, you’ll find a home at Ocado Logistics. 

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