Class 2 Relief Trunk Driver and Sortation Support

Class 2 Relief Trunk Driver & Sortation Operative

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £39288.60 per year
Schedule: This is a night shift position, working 20:30 to 05:30. Please note that hours may vary depending on the role being covered. The role is 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Location: Ashby De La Zouch
Licence Required: Full UK Driving Licence & Class 2 Licence

Make a Difference on the Open Road!

Are you passionate about driving and making a positive impact on people’s lives? Join LF&E, one of the UK’s leading healthcare logistics providers. Since 2008, we’ve been a trusted partner in the pharmaceutical industry, delivering vital medication to homes and pharmacies on behalf of major corporate organisations and NHS Trusts, helping to improve the lives of patients across the country.

We are looking for a Class 2 Relief Night Trunk Driver and Sortation Operative. This Relief/Sortation position provides flexible Logistical and operational support across both trunking and depot activities. The role ensures the smooth running of transport operations by covering scheduled trunk routes when required, and assisting with key warehouse and sortation tasks when not on the road.

Key Responsibilities

When not covering a trunk route:

• Assist with the sortation process at Ashby Central Distribution.
• Support the loading of vehicles to ensure accurate and timely dispatch.

When covering a trunk route:

• Operate both truck and van trunk routes as needed.
• Carry out route sorting at the local depot prior to departure.

What You’ll Need

• Full UK Driving Licence (held for at least 3 years, with no more than 6 points).
• Class 2 Licence.
• Reliability and professionalism.
• Previous warehouse and trunking experience (preferred).
• Good geographical knowledge and strong logical thinking skills.

What We Offer

• Overtime pay.
• Company pension.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Uniform and full training provided.
• Opportunities for progression and further training.
• Be part of a purpose-driven team supporting the NHS and patients.

Please note:
This role is subject to DBS checks, Right to Work verification, licence checks, and references. Please declare any criminal convictions at the interview stage.

Ready to Drive With Purpose?

Apply now and become part of a team that delivers more than parcels—we deliver care.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact each applicant individually regarding the status of their application. If you are selected for an interview, we will be in touch shortly.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £39,288.60 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension

Application question(s):

• Do you enjoy long haul driving?
• Are you happy to help out in the warehouse when needed?

Experience:

• Driving: 3 years (preferred)
• Trunking: 2 years (preferred)
• Warehouse: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence with no more than 6 points? (preferred)
• class 2 licence? (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (preferred)

Work Location: In person