Job Description

Skilled Tractor Driver / HGV Class 1 Driver

Cambridgeshire, UK

Job reference: CM002

Closing date: 23/05/2025

Employment type: Full Time

Hours per week: Monday - Friday (40 hours)

Established in Southport in 1975, Nationwide Produce PLC started life as a local produce merchant and today is one of the largest, longest established and most diverse companies in the UK. Our customers are in every sector of the market; food service, catering, processing, wholesale, export, and retail who want to be able to buy a full range of vegetables, fruit and exotics from around the world every day. We provide this service to over 1,000 customers throughout Europe, every day of the year.

An excellent and rewarding opportunity has arisen to join our growing operation which forms part of a grower group dedicated to supplying onions to our packhouse in South Lincolnshire. We are seeking an experienced and ambitious tractor driver to drill and harvest onion crops across East Anglia. In addition, we operate a fleet of HGV's and the ability to drive Class 1 vehicles will be beneficial, although training can be offered to the successful candidate.

Qualifications

Tractor Driver (1 year minimum required) PA1 & 2 preferred but not essential Previous experience is an advantage UK Driving License HGV Class 1 Licence (advantage) Counterbalance and Telehandler (required)

Job Role

As a tractor driver you will be supporting the farm manager with day to day duties. Duties to include operating a tractor to drill and harvest onion crops, use of RTK satellite equipment, counterbalance and telehandler. Operating triple bed Ecorobotix camera sprayer. Supporting other farm requirements when required. Transporting bulk fresh produce between our Long Sutton base and various suppliers and customers. Perform duties in a safe and legal manner and in compliance with EU and GB regulations. Carry out start and end of shift vehicle checks.

Key Responsibilities

Professional representation of the company through responsible driving and appearance. Able to work unsupervised and under own initiative. Ability to deal with sensitive information with discretion and to maintain confidentiality at all times. Maintain good working relations with a wide range of contacts both internal and external to the business. Able to work as part of a designated team and supportive to other team members including willingness to cover duties in times of absence and holidays. Able to complete jobs in a timely manner. High-level accuracy and attention to detail. Able to communicate effectively. Flexible, positive and outgoing approach to work. Be contactable at all times during working hours. Follow and adhere to all parts of the staff handbook.
Duties may change from time to time in accordance with the changing needs of the company. You will be expected to carry such duties out as normal. If there is any significant change, this will be discussed and agreed with you and may be included in a revised edition of the , otherwise more minor changes may be discussed with you at the time of your performance review. If there are any other changes to employment terms and conditions, such as changes to pay or hours, then these will be notified in writing.

All roles develop and change and this is a natural process due to technological, legal and business advancement. You are expected to embrace such change and show initiative and flexibility where appropriate.

Why work for Nationwide

At Nationwide Produce PLC, we believe in rewarding our people for their hard work and continued effort. As an employee you will have access to the following benefits:

Competitive salary Private Medical Insurance Continued employment training - we are passionate about progression and career development Life insurance covered up to 4 times employees' salary 28 days holiday per annum Incentivised charity work - We will match funds raised by an individual employee up to a maximum of 400 per year All of the tools of the trade in order to perform your job to the best of your ability Excellent working conditions and environment
Nationwide Produce PLC has been in business 50 years. We are one of the largest, longest-established and most diverse produce companies in the UK, with over 200 employees and a group turnover of 186 million for the financial year 2023-24.

We are proud to have been included in The Sunday Times HSBC International Track 200 for 2021. This award ranks Britain's mid-market private companies with the fastest-growing international sales, measured over their latest two years of available accounts.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Nationwide Produce PLC is a certified 'Great Place To Work'.

Our aim is to create an environment where everyone belongs. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace and promoting equal opportunities.

Joining Nationwide

We are always looking to add to our exceptional teams. We welcome approaches from individuals who are dynamic and inspired to develop a career in the fresh produce industry. Recruiting the right person is integral to our company culture and growth plans.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 44,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking Life insurance On-site parking Private medical insurance
Schedule:

Day shift Holidays Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availability
Experience:

Tractor Driving: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

HGV Class 1 Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 23/05/2025
Reference ID: LS005