LGV1 Driver, Night Shift

Job description

Job Type

Supply Chain & Logistics

Location

Aylesford

Partnership Level

9

Closing Date

25/11/2024

Vacancy Type

Permanent

Salary

£15.15 - £19.50 Hourly

Salary Frequency

Hourly

Hours of Work

Working hours are 43 hours per week, over a 5 day working week to include Weekends on rotation. Start times are from 20:00 to 00:00.

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We want all of our Partners to have a good work-life balance and we support flexible working. This might mean flexible or compressed hours, job sharing or shorter hour contracts, where it is possible to do so. Please discuss this further with the hiring manager during your interview.

Our Purpose

Working in Partnership for a happier world – our shared Purpose that guides us in everything we do and inspires 3 important principles; happier people, happier business, happier world. The John Lewis Partnership is a truly unique business, one that seeks to make a positive difference to the lives of everyone.

At John Lewis & Partners, we pride ourselves on the high quality of products that we have both in-store and online. None of this would be possible without our trusted LGV Drivers who ensure that our products are transported safely from our distribution centres to branches and customer delivery hubs across the UK.

Why join JLP?

“I have always felt supported in my role and I have never felt held back by my gender or age. I have always been encouraged to gain new skills.” – Emma, Partner & LGV Driver

At a Glance:

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Role: LGV1 Driver, Night Shifts

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Position: Permanent

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Hours: 43 hours per week, working 5 out of 7 days with alternate weekends. Shifts start between 20:00-00:00

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Rate of Pay:  £45,167-54,894 (Inclusive of 33.3% Shift Premium)

About the Role:

As our LGV1 Driver, you’ll be responsible for distributing our range of products across the country. A typical day includes looking over the relevant paperwork, ensuring your vehicle is fit for the roads and acting as an ambassador for the John Lewis Partnership while out making deliveries.

What do I need for an LGV driving role?

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You’ll need an LGV C+E driving licence (with a maximum of 6 points) 

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You’ll also need a Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) qualification 

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A valid digital tachograph card.

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Previous experience driving a 44 tonne articulated lorry

For full details on the job requirements please review the job outline attached

Will I suit this role?

We’ll expect you to go the extra mile, from completing deliveries within a specific timescale to always acting in a professional and approachable manner. You’ll interact with many people at different points in your journey, whether it’s at a branch or with the general public, so you should be an open, warm and friendly individual.

What benefits can I enjoy in this role?

In our distribution centres, you’ll find a drivers rest room where you can relax and play darts and foosball. There’s also a Partner Dining Room where you can enjoy meals throughout the day. 

Once you’ve been with us for three months, you’ll get Partnership discount in store and online. 

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That’s 25% off in John Lewis & Partners (12% off electrical products, some exclusions apply) and 20% in Waitrose & Partners. You’ll also be able to nominate someone you live with to share your discount.

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Discounted cinema tickets & VIP suites with discounted tickets at the O2 arena

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Discounted rates on holidays at the John Lewis Partnerships hotels, where only Partners and their guests can stay

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Excellent work life balance, including focus on well being and flexible working and our marketing leading equal parenthood leave Policy

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And much more! 

Find out more about our benefits here: https://www.jlpjobs.com/about/benefits/

Additional Information

Please note: This role is subject to the following pre-employment screening:3 year Reference check & Driving Licence Check.

Duties and Responsibilities

To promote the Partnership brand through a professional and courteous manner towards other road users whilst delivering to our network of shops, service buildings and distribution centres. Delivering to key performance indicators (KPI) whilst ensuring the customer receives unrivalled service. To embrace vehicle telematics and vehicle types as you strive to deliver savings to support the wider business.

At the John Lewis Partnership, we embrace our differences. We want you to be you. Because, well, we know you're at your best when you're free to be yourself. Being a truly inclusive employer to us means creating an environment which celebrates your contribution, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, social background, religion or belief. It's why we've set our own aim to become the UK’s most inclusive business - for our Partners (employees) and our customers. We firmly believe that our future success lies in diversity of thought from all Partners and it's integral in our mission to build a happier world. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us. And, once you're a Partner, your differences will make all the difference. Find out more about D&I in the Partnership here - https://www.jlpjobs.com/about/diversityandinclusion/