About this role
We have an exciting opportunity to join our professional Class 1 driving team at Frontier on a permanent full-time basis. Your base location would be:
We are more than just a haulage company. At Frontier, you will join a community of professional drivers who are an essential part of our business. Our fleet of next generation DAF XG/XF trucks are advanced with modern equipment to maximise safety and comfort for our professional drivers including:
Built-in fridgeMicrowaveUpgraded mattressInverterCB RadioLoading camera & weigher with in-cab displayPark air cooling system360-degree camerasDigital mirror systemWe also invest in ongoing training and driver welfare, as well as paying performance-related bonuses.
As part of this role nights out will be required during your working week; this will depend on workflows.
If you are interested in this role and would like to find out more, get in touch by calling our logistics department:
01377 275502 Chris Smith
The Benefits
Competitive salary (expected earnings including base salary, bonus etc: approx. £44,000 per annum) Driver CPC training and support (continued driver CPC sessions are done in-house)Comprehensive training provided for new startersAll professional drivers are issued with a mobile device to ensure they feel connected with their team and the wider businessFree bi-annual health checks available to all employees33 days holiday per calendar year with option to purchase 5 more days Dedicated Learning & Development team to support you and your career Employee Assistance Program providing 24 hours support & advice in areas such as health and wellbeing for yourself, your family & friends (up to 5 people in total) Increased Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave benefits for eligible employees Life Assurance scheme and pension plan with employer contributions of up to 7% Cycle to Work Scheme, employee retail discount scheme and free eye test vouchers About you
Class 1 HGV LicenceDriver CPCGood communication skills and ability to work well with colleaguesComfortable being a point of contact for customers when delivering goodsWe welcome candidates with backgrounds outside the agricultural sector as much as those withinYour Role
Transporting product from various Frontier locations, farms, stores, docks, etc., to our customers, with a key focus on health and safety and professionalism. About Us
Frontier is a successful and growing business. We are the largest crop production and grain marketing company in the UK, with over 1,000 employees and a turnover of more than £1.5 billion. With a vision to be the first-choice employer in UK agriculture, we are committed to delivering a culture where people are at the heart of our success.
Our business approach is underpinned by our core values – Integrity, Customer First and Expertise – or ‘ICE’. These values support our whole philosophy and way of working and we are always looking to attract talented individuals with either industry knowledge or specialist skills that will help us deliver consistently to these values.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We have a clear commitment to equality of opportunity and diversity encouraging fairness and equality of treatment for all. As such we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
We recognise the value of a workforce in which people from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to introduce fresh ideas and contribute to the business goals.
We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive environment with inclusive employment policies, such as progressive flexible working and parental policies.