Class 1 Driver / Yard Operative

Company:  Pin Point Recruitment
Location: Colchester
Closing Date: 06/07/2026
Salary: £16 Per Hour
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent

Job Description

Class 1 Driver / Yard Operative Food Manufacturing

Colchester

£15.77 per hour

Pin Point Recruitment is currently seeking a Class 1 (C+E) Driver / Yard Operative to join a well-established food manufacturing business. This is a varied role offering a balance between driving and on-site yard duties, ideal for candidates who do not want to be on the road full-time.

The Role

  • Driving Class 1 vehicles for deliveries and collections
  • Supporting operations within the yard when not driving
  • Loading and unloading vehicles
  • General yard duties as required
  • Operating a forklift truck (full in-house training will be provided)

Working Hours

  • Variable hours contract with a minimum of 40 hours per week
  • Drivers are currently working around hours per week, depending on workload
  • Hours and days will fit in with the needs of the business
  • Weekend work will be required
  • Day work only no overnight stays
  • When out driving, you can expect to be off-site for 8 10 hours

Requirements

  • Valid Class 1 (C+E) licence
  • No more than 6 penalty points
  • Flexible and reliable approach to work
  • Willingness to undertake both driving and yard-based duties
  • Positive attitude and team player

What s on Offer

  • Full in-house forklift (FLT) training
  • Stable, long-term opportunity within a food manufacturing environment
  • A varied role combining driving and yard work
  • Support from an experienced recruitment team

Who This Role Suits

This opportunity could be ideal for a newly qualified Class 1 driver looking to gain valuable experience, as well as experienced drivers seeking a more varied position.

If you are interested in this role, please apply today or contact Kirstie for more information.

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