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Job Details

HGV Class 1 Driver / Shunter

Join Cencora Alloga

This role supports Cencora's third-party logistics operations across Europe through our Alloga business.

At Cencora Alloga, we're committed to creating healthier futures. As a leading global pharmaceutical solutions organisation, we play a vital role in improving the lives of people and animals around the world. We're now looking for a professional and dedicated Class 1 HGV Driver / Shunter to join our team in Derby.

The Role

As a Class 1 Driver / Shunter, you will be responsible for providing a safe, reliable and professional transport service, ensuring customer deliveries are completed efficiently and to the highest standards. You'll operate from our distribution centre at Derby Commercial Park, delivering to destinations across the UK while supporting on-site shunting activities.

Location

Derby

Working Pattern

Monday to Friday
Start times between 12:00 and 16:00

Hours

48 hours per week

Pay Rate

£16.98 - £22.59 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver goods safely, efficiently and on time, ensuring excellent customer service at all times.
• Carry out shunting duties as required across the site.
• Maintain regular communication with the Transport Office, reporting any delays or operational issues promptly.
• Complete all delivery and transport documentation accurately, including proof of delivery and returns paperwork.
• Conduct daily vehicle walkaround checks and ensure vehicles remain roadworthy, clean and compliant.
• Adhere to all road traffic legislation, speed limits and company policies.
• Ensure loads are secured safely and transported in line with operational and compliance requirements.
• Report any incidents, risks, defects, accidents or temperature excursions immediately.
• Maintain high standards of safety, compliance and professionalism at all times.

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What We're Looking For

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years' Class 1 (C+E) driving experience.
• Previous shunting experience is desirable.

Skills

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.

Personal Attributes

• Professional and presentable approach.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Flexible, reliable and committed team player.

Qualifications & Knowledge

• Valid Class 1 (C+E) Licence.
• Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• NVQ Level 2 (desirable).
• Good understanding of Good Distribution Practice (GDP) requirements.

Why Join Alloga?

At Cencora Alloga, you'll become part of a business that plays a critical role in delivering healthcare products across the UK. We offer a supportive team environment, competitive pay, and the opportunity to build a long-term career with a trusted leader in pharmaceutical logistics.

What Cencora offers

​Benefit offerings outside the US may vary by country and will be aligned to local market practice. The eligibility and effective date may differ for some benefits and for team members covered under collective bargaining agreements.

Full time

Affiliated Companies

Affiliated Companies: Alliance Healthcare Management Services Limited

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.

The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.

Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email [email protected]. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned