Class 2 HGV Driver - Fixed Term Until 31st October 2025

Class 2 HGV Driver - Aircraft Loaders - Fixed Term Until 31st October
Job Overview
Regular roster of 4 on 4 off shift, availability for 06:00-17:30, Overtime rate of 1.5, Free onsite parking, complimentary meals and refreshments, free uniform, free life insurance, company sick pay, pension scheme. Start dates ASAP Subject to Referencing.
What will life as a Class 2 HGV Driver in the Gategroup Team look like for you.
* £20.19 per hour
* Overtime @ 1.5 times the hourly rate
* 4 on 4 off pattern 06:00-17:30
* Inhouse training and development
* Complimentary meals & beverages
* Free Uniform
* Company sick pay
* Free on-site parking
* Paid Holiday
* Regular shift patterns
* Pension scheme to help you save for your future
* 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 you money on everyday purchases and so much more
* Cycle to work scheme
Main Duties and Responsibilities
* Driving HGV 15 – 18 tonne company liveried vehicles in a secure & controlled environment
* Carrying out vehicle checks prior to use
* Loading and unloading catering uplifts to aircraft
* Liaison 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 will be a daily requirement along with any associated paperwork.
* Plus any additional warehouse duties
Requirements of the HGV Driver:
* 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 essential
* Previous HGV experience desirable, Airport Airside Driving would be an advantage
* Knowledge of the Road Traffic Act
Previous experience in a catering or hospitality role is desirable but not essential. You must be able to work shifts and be keen to learn. In addition to job - related training, you will develop your skills in team work, time management, multi-tasking, communication and attention to detail.
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 anytime spent outside the UK exceeding 6 months, you must be able to provide a CRC (Criminal Record Check) for that country.
If you share our values of excellence, passion, respect and responsibility, don’t miss out on this opportunity to join our team. Apply TODAY