HGV Lorry Driver (Permanent)
Location: Ballymena
Are you an experienced HGV Lorry Driver seeking an exciting opportunity?
We are looking for a reliable and skilled individual to join our vibrant team!
The Job of a Lorry Driver in Ballymena involves transporting raw materials between sites, and delivering them safely and soundly to various sites. The Lorry Driver works as part of a team of people and independently reporting directly to the Transport Manager.
Hours of work:
- Sunday 22:00-06:00
- Monday 22:00-06:00
- Tuesday 22:00-06:00
- Wednesday 22:00-06:00
- Thursday 22:00-06:00
- Must be able to read, write, speak and listen in English
- Must be able to think clearly e.g. good reasoning ability
- Must have good communication skills
- Must have an awareness of hygiene and quality issues
- Must have a positive attitude to work and others
- Must have a HGV class 1 licence
- Lorry driving experience is desirable
- Electric Pallet Truck/Forklift/ Reach Truck licence is desirable
- Experience transporting food/food products is desirable
- Evidence of ability to complete and understand paperwork is desirable
- Knowledge of the importance of temperature control desirable
- Good communication skills desirable
- Experience and knowledge of hygiene, cleanliness and simple maintenance desirable
- Digital Tachograph experience desirable
- The ability to work on own initiative is desirable
- Good interpersonal skills are desirable
Pilgrim's Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets.
Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products.
Across Pilgrim's Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrim's Europe team are based in our Pilgrim's UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim's Food Masters and Pilgrim's Shared Services businesses.
To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
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Location: Ballymena
Are you an experienced HGV Lorry Driver seeking an exciting opportunity?
We are looking for a reliable and skilled individual to join our vibrant team!
The Job of a Lorry Driver in Ballymena involves transporting raw materials between sites, and delivering them safely and soundly to various sites. The Lorry Driver works as part of a team of people and independently reporting directly to the Transport Manager.
Hours of work:
- Sunday 22:00-06:00
- Monday 22:00-06:00
- Tuesday 22:00-06:00
- Wednesday 22:00-06:00
- Thursday 22:00-06:00
Essential
- Must be able to read, write, speak and listen in English
- Must be able to think clearly e.g. good reasoning ability
- Must have good communication skills
- Must have an awareness of hygiene and quality issues
- Must have a positive attitude to work and others
- Must have a HGV class 1 licence
- Lorry driving experience is desirable
- Electric Pallet Truck/Forklift/ Reach Truck licence is desirable
- Experience transporting food/food products is desirable
- Evidence of ability to complete and understand paperwork is desirable
- Knowledge of the importance of temperature control desirable
- Good communication skills desirable
- Experience and knowledge of hygiene, cleanliness and simple maintenance desirable
- Digital Tachograph experience desirable
- The ability to work on own initiative is desirable
- Good interpersonal skills are desirable
The company
Pilgrim’s Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets.
Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products.
Across Pilgrim’s Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrim’s Europe team are based in our Pilgrim’s UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim’s Food Masters and Pilgrim’s Shared Services businesses.
To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
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