Class 2 Hgv Driver

About the role

This is a Class 2 HGV Driver position with Gategroup, working as an Aircraft Loader on a fixed-term contract until 31st October. The role offers a regular roster of 4 on 4 off shifts, with availability required from 06:00-17:30. The hourly rate is £20.13, with an overtime rate of 1.5. Benefits include free onsite parking, complimentary meals and refreshments, a free uniform, free life insurance, company sick pay, and a pension scheme.

Responsibilities

The main duties and responsibilities of the role include:

• Driving HGV tonne company liveried vehicles in a secure and controlled environment
• Carrying out vehicle checks prior to use
• Loading and unloading catering uplifts to aircraft
• Liaising with flight crew and working in collaboration with other ground handling suppliers
• Maintaining the cleanliness and tidiness of the vehicle
• Adhering to all Road Traffic Acts and additional Airport By-laws
• Additional duties such as bar and stores packing or search and sealing, as well as associated paperwork and warehouse duties

Requirements

To be considered for this role, applicants must have:

• A valid, clean HGV CAT C Driving Licence (up to 3 points will be considered)
• Digital Tachograph knowledge and possession of a digital tachograph card
• Driver CPC qualification
• Previous HGV experience desirable, with airport airside driving being an advantage
• Knowledge of the Road Traffic Act
• Previous experience in a catering or hospitality role is desirable but not essential

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK, undertake a CRC (Criminal Record Check), and provide 5 years of checkable referencing history. For any time spent outside the UK exceeding 6 months, applicants must be able to provide a CRC for that country.

Benefits

In addition to the hourly rate and overtime, the role offers a range of benefits, including:

• Free onsite parking
• Complimentary meals and refreshments
• A free uniform
• Free life insurance
• Company sick pay
• A pension scheme
• Inhouse training and development
• Bespoke employee support programme, including free counselling sessions
• Refer a friend scheme with generous bonuses for each successful referral
• Access to a great discount platform, saving money on everyday purchases
• Cycle to work scheme