Class 1 Driver / Yard Operative

Class 1 Driver / Yard Operative – Food Manufacturing
Colchester
£15.77 per hour
Pin Point Recruitment is currently seeking a Class 1 (C+E) Driver / Yard Operative to join a well-established food manufacturing business. This is a varied role offering a balance between driving and on-site yard duties, ideal for candidates who do not want to be on the road full-time.
The Role
* Driving Class 1 vehicles for deliveries and collections
* Supporting operations within the yard when not driving
* Loading and unloading vehicles
* General yard duties as required
* Operating a forklift truck (full in-house training will be provided)
Working Hours
* Variable hours contract with a minimum of 40 hours per week
* Drivers are currently working around 48–54 hours per week, depending on workload
* Hours and days will fit in with the needs of the business
* Weekend work will be required
* Day work only – no overnight stays
* When out driving, you can expect to be off-site for 8–10 hours
Requirements
* Valid Class 1 (C+E) licence
* No more than 6 penalty points
* Flexible and reliable approach to work
* Willingness to undertake both driving and yard-based duties
* Positive attitude and team player
What’s on Offer
* Full in-house forklift (FLT) training
* Stable, long-term opportunity within a food manufacturing environment
* A varied role combining driving and yard work
* Support from an experienced recruitment team
Who This Role Suits
This opportunity could be ideal for a newly qualified Class 1 driver looking to gain valuable experience, as well as experienced drivers seeking a more varied position.
If you are interested in this role, please apply today or contact Kirstie for more information