Class 2 Driver

The Company

Yusen Logistics is the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers, and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services.

We are dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

We are seeking a Class 2 Driver to join us on a permanent, full-time basis at our Leeds site (LS9 0SG), working Monday to Friday. The start time for this role is between 05:30am - 06:30 am working around 10 Hour Shifts.

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, then read on!

We offer a salary of £36,197.60 per annum as well as a host of fantastic benefits including;

• Company Pension Scheme.
• Tailored development and on-going training and support.
• Free car parking.
• Free uniform.
• Free, ongoing training and development program.
• Critical Illness Cover.
• Employee Referral Scheme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Free online fitness platform i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness & Yoga,
Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet & nutrition.
• Onsite Mental Health First Aiders.
• Up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers.
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, Mental Health Support Service, Life Events
Counselling, Care Concierge Service.
• Opportunity to join a forward-thinking company.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a DCPC qualified Class 2 driving professional, looking to take their next career step, to join our world-renowned logistics company.
Our values are ‘Connected, Committed and Creative’ This approach is why we can offer you an exceptional wellness package, as we believe that a happy you is good for you and good for us! So, if you are ready for your next step and eager to make an impact, we are waiting to hear from you!

The Role

As an LGV Class 2 Driver, you will complete deliveries to our dedicated customer. This is a palletised operations so manual handling will be minimal.

About You
To be considered as an LGV Class 2 Driver, you will need:
• A full, valid driving LGV Class 2 licence.
• At least 12 months commercial LGV Class 2 driving experience.
• A maximum of six points on your licence (excluding BA, CD, DD, DR or DG codes).
• A valid DCPC qualification.
• A valid Digital Tachograph card.
• To be prepared to use manual handling techniques to deliver products to our customers.
• Excellent communication skills.
• To be customer-focused with a ‘can do’ attitude.
• To be able to work within a team environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• A flexible approach to your work and the ability to start at different times if necessary.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

In Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process but we encourage the candidates to use them to enhance their application and not replace their own effort and authenticity. Therefore, candidates should not rely on AI-generated responses during the interview process.

Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential. Yusen Logistics are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident Committed’ employer.