Class 1 Dayshift Driver

Job description

Job Description

Kinaxia are recruiting Class 1 Dayshift Drivers to join their team at their site in Gateshead.

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• Monday - Friday (1 in 4 Saturdays)

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• Dayshift

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• \n Salary £32,007.25\n Meal Allowance £108.33 per month

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• Additional benefits:

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• Life assurance

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• Pension

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• Exceptional fleet

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• Opportunity for training and development (CPC training)

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• Full Uniform and PPE

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• Onsite Parking

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• Employee Assistance Programme

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• Loyalty Awards (recognises employees with 5, 10, 15, 20, 30 and 40 years' service)

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• Employee benefits and discounts across a range of top brands (including shopping, travel, motoring and days out)

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About the Job:

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• Ensure you complete daily vehicle checks to make sure your vehicle is roadworthy and safe to use.

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• Ensure you arrive at your job on time, informing the traffic office of any issues.

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• Follow all company procedures, customer procedures and the Highway Code

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• Maintain all health and safety standards.

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• Complete all deliveries and collections as manifested.

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• Comply with all EU tachograph and WTD regulations.

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• Ensure your vehicle is kept clean and tidy.

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• Pallet truck / Tail lift deliveries required.

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Your knowledge and experience:

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• To hold a full LGV C&E (Class 1) licence for minimum of two years

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• To have a valid Driver Qualification Card (DQC)/Driver CPC

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• To own a valid Digital Tachograph Card

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• Good communication skills & geographical knowledge

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Newcastle upon Tyne

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

14-08-2026

Profession type

Logistics jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English