Apprenticeship
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Start your HGV driving career with funded training to gain your Class 2 licence.
- Earn while you learn with sociable working hours (no late evenings or overnight stays).
- Build a long-term career with opportunities for progression and additional qualifications.
- Based in Milnthorpe.
About the Role
Start Your Driving Career with Travis Perkins
No HGV licence? No problem! Travis Perkins in Milnthorpe is offering a unique opportunity to start your career as a qualified Class 2 HGV Driver through our comprehensive training scheme.
What You'll Gain:
- Funded HGV Driver Training: Work towards obtaining your Category C (Class 2) licence.
- Earn While You Learn: Gain hands-on experience and develop essential skills for a long-term career.
- Sociable Working Hours: Enjoy a great work/life balance with no overnight stays or late evenings.
- Additional Qualifications: Opportunities for HIAB and funded CPC training.
- Career Progression: Build a future with a leading UK builders' merchant, with clear pathways to management roles.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Learn the ropes at our Milnthorpe branch, understanding our business and delivery operations.
- Work alongside experienced drivers to develop your skills.
- Learn to safely load, secure, and handle building materials.
- Understand vehicle safety checks and transport regulations.
- Develop customer service skills and build relationships with local customers.
- Progress to making deliveries independently once qualified.
Who We're Looking For:
We are seeking individuals with the right attitude, a willingness to learn, and motivation to build a career in driving. Previous HGV driving experience is not required.
- Eager to learn: Excited about gaining new skills and obtaining your HGV licence.
- Safety-conscious: Committed to responsible working practices.
- Reliable and hardworking: Takes pride in their work.
- Customer-focused: Friendly, professional, and keen to deliver great service.
- Team player: Willing to learn from others and contribute to the branch's success.
You will need to meet the eligibility requirements for our driver training scheme.