Job Description

Permanent, Full Time, Monday to Friday, Hours vary between 4.00am 12.30pm, 5.00am 1.30pm, 6.00am 2.30pm and 7.00am 3.30pm

About Us

Oadby Plastics is a leading plastics manufacturer with over 50 years of experience, built on a strong commitment to both our people and sustainability.


We pride ourselves on being a business that genuinely values and invests in its employees, offering a positive and supportive working environment where everyone feels empowered to do their best work. Our modern, comfortable facilities span over 225,000 sq. ft across distribution and production, providing a professional and well equipped place to work.


Our Head Office is based in Leicestershire, conveniently located just off the M1/M69 on the Braunstone Frith Industrial Estate. Alongside this, our additional branches and sister companies operate across the UK, enabling us to deliver outstanding service to our customers nationwide.At Oadby Plastics, we believe our people are at the heart of our success. Were proud to offer a workplace where individuals are supported, developed, and encouraged to grow as part of a stable, forwardthinking business.

What you will be doing

As an HGV Driver at Oadby Plastics, youll be responsible for delivering and collecting materials safely, professionally, and on time. Youll represent the company on the road and at customer sites, so a reliable and friendly approach is essential. The role includes carrying out basic vehicle checks, handling paperwork accurately, and making sure loads are secure and delivered as expected.


In everything you do, youll help uphold the companys mission, vision, and values, supporting the bigger picture of our business.


You day to day responsibilities include: -


Completing safe and timely deliveries and collections of materials. Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects. Keeping the vehicle clean, presentable, and fuelled in line with company procedures. Checking loads, matching delivery notes to manifests, and recording any discrepancies. Completing delivery notes, returns paperwork, and other documentation correctly. Reporting incidents, near misses, or problems following company procedures. Wearing PPE and following all health and safety guidelines. Completing any required training and developing a good understanding of our product range.

What are we looking for

Were looking for a safe, reliable, and professional HGV Driver who takes pride in their work. You should be confident behind the wheel, comfortable dealing with customers, and able to follow procedures to keep yourself and others safe.


To be successful in this role, youll need the following:

A valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence, CPC, and digital Tachograph card (essential). Previous HGV driving experience (essential). Good awareness of transport and road safety regulations. A reliable, punctual approach and a positive attitude. Good communication skills and a respectful approach with customers and colleagues. Attention to detail when loading, unloading, and completing paperwork. Ability to use your initiative and solve problems on the road. Multidrop experience is desirable but not essential. Counterbalance forklift licence (desirable). Warehouse or yard experience (desirable). Knowledge of plastic products or willingness to learn.

Benefits

Salary - 15.50 per hour (Rising to 16.76 after successful probation) Company profit share scheme Hours vary between 4.00am 12.30pm, 5.00am 1.30pm, 6.00am 2.30pm and 7.00am 3.30pm Pension Annual leave - 30 days holiday (including bank holidays) rising with length of service Life assurance Free car parking Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Long service awards Free eye tests Employee referral scheme Training and development opportunities Wellbeing benefits: Employee Assisted Programme, 24-hour GP access, Charity events/fundraisers
We are committed to applying our Equal Opportunities Policy at all stages of the recruitment and selection process and encourage applicants from different diverse groups in the community to apply. We can make reasonable adjustments at any stages if required.

Please submit your CV without delay to avoid disappointment; we may close vacancies prior to the published closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed applications. For any candidates being recommended by our current employees, you must apply directly through our website and stipulate the referring employee.