One Stop - HGV CE Drivers
Job description
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About the role
Steer your way to your new future!
You can earn £41,717.52 & Microlise Bonus
At One Stop it’s not just about the driving, join a team where everyone is welcome, where you can meet people and help others whilst giving great service with a smile.
Delivering to our stores doesn’t mean you’re alone, there is a team ready to help and support you whilst you are out on the road.
If you are looking for stability or flexibility to suit your lifestyle this could be just the role for you.
What is in it for you
One Stop is committed to making everyday life easier for our customers! With a strong presence in local communities, we offer a wide range of quality products at great value, alongside friendly and helpful service. As part of the Tesco Group, One Stop combines the benefits of a large organisation with the close-knit feel of a neighbourhood store. We’re passionate about creating a welcoming environment for both our customers and our colleagues and we’re always looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our growing team!
Flexible Working
We know life looks a little different for each of us. That’s why at One Stop, we always welcome chats about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we can support.
One Stop Benefits
At One Stop, we value our colleagues just as much as our customers — and that’s reflected in the wide range of benefits we offer.
To explore the full list of colleague benefits, please click here and scroll to the bottom of our Careers Page.
*As a proud subsidiary of the Tesco Group, One Stop operates as an independent business. This means that while we share the same values, the benefits we offer may differ from those available at Tesco.*
Community Involvement
At One Stop, being part of the community is at the heart of everything we do. From supporting local charities and groups to partnering with national organisations, we’re proud to give back in meaningful ways.
Over the past decade, we’ve raised over £10.4 million for good causes and donated the equivalent of 1.6 million meals through our partnerships with FareShare and Olio, helping to reduce food waste and support those in need.
Working with us means you’ll have the chance to make a real difference whether it’s climbing mountains, running marathons, or simply organising a local raffle, our colleagues go the extra mile to support the causes they care about.
Diversity & Inclusion at One Stop
At One Stop, everyone is welcome. We’re proud to be an inclusive workplace that celebrates the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of our colleagues. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values.
As a Disability Confident Leader (Level 3), we’re committed to creating an accessible and supportive environment for all. We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, including interviews, to ensure every candidate has a fair opportunity to succeed. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer, please Click here.
Our six colleague networks Armed Forces, Disability, LGBTQ+, Families & Carers, Race & Ethnicity, and Women help foster a safe, supportive environment where everyone can thrive and be themselves. For more information about our networks please Click here
*One Stop have the right to withdraw the vacancy before the closing date should a successful application be received prior to the closing date. As such we would highly encourage you to submit your application as soon as you can.*
You will be responsible for
Representing the One Stop brand in a professional manner whilst on UK roads
Ensuring our products reach our stores on time and in good condition
Adhering to the WTD and EU Driver hours
Delivering great customer service with enthusiasm and passion
Driving safely, responsibly and within the law
You will need
To be ready to do what’s needed to put our customers at the heart of everything we do.
Be Friendly, approachable, and reliable in your work
Have the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment
Hold a full C+E Licence, a valid driving qualification and have less than 6 penalty points
Key skills
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Application advice
5 AI-generated recommendations to maximise your chances.
⭐ Lead your CV with your HGV CE licence and valid Driver CPC card prominently in your Personal Statement — the advert's primary requirement is the licence class.
📊 Quantify your driving experience: e.g. 'Completed 8-10 multi-drop deliveries per shift across 150-mile daily routes with zero incidents over 3 years'.
🚛 Mention familiarity with Microlise or similar telematics systems (e.g. Tachomaster, Isotrak) as the advert explicitly references Microlise bonus, signalling it is used operationally.
🎯 Highlight store or retail distribution experience if applicable — One Stop is a convenience retailer, so familiarity with timed store deliveries and roll-cage handling is directly relevant.
🤝 Include a line about flexible availability (early mornings, nights, weekends) as the advert stresses flexibility — this directly addresses the employer's stated priority.
Suggested CV bullets
3 bullets our AI drafted for this specific advert, mirroring its ATS keywords.
Add these 3 bullets under your most recent experience:
- •Completed 9 multi-drop store deliveries per shift across a 140-mile daily route, maintaining 100% on-time delivery rate over 18 consecutive months.
- •Operated Microlise telematics system across a 44-tonne artic fleet, achieving a driver safety score in the top 10% of a 35-driver depot for two consecutive quarters.
- •Conducted daily vehicle defect checks in line with DVSA standards, identifying 4 pre-trip defects in 12 months that prevented potential roadside prohibitions.
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Dear Hiring Manager,
One Stop's reputation for community-focused retail and its backing from the Tesco Group make this HGV CE Driver position at Normanton exactly the role I have been looking for. With a full Class CE licence, a valid Driver CPC card, and proven tachograph compliance across multi-drop distribution routes, I am confident I can contribute to reliable, on-time store replenishment from day one.
My background in logistics has seen me complete up to 10 timed store deliveries per shift, maintaining a clean compliance record across three years of HGV driving. I have worked with telematics platforms similar to Microlise and understand how performance data supports both driver safety and bonus targets. I am comfortable with early starts, flexible shift patterns, and the physical demands of roll-cage handling at store level.
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Interview questions
10 questions generated from this advert.
Technical
- ›Walk me through your daily vehicle checks — what do you inspect before starting a shift?
- ›How do you manage your tachograph records to ensure compliance with drivers' hours regulations?
- ›Have you used Microlise or any other telematics system? How did it affect your driving behaviour?
- ›Describe how you would handle a delivery where the store is unattended or the bay is blocked.
- ›What steps do you take if you discover a defect on your vehicle mid-route?
Behavioural
- ›Tell me about a time you had to adapt your route or schedule at short notice — how did you handle it?
- ›Describe a situation where you delivered excellent service to a store or customer despite a difficult circumstance.
- ›Give an example of when you worked as part of a wider logistics team to solve a problem on the road.
- ›Tell me about a time you had to manage your time carefully to meet multiple delivery windows in one shift.
- ›Describe a moment when you went the extra mile to support a colleague or community initiative at a previous employer.
STAR answer examples
Model answers using the Situation-Task-Action-Result framework. Adapt to your own experience.
Tell me about a time you had to adapt your route or schedule at short notice — how did you handle it?
Describe a situation where you delivered excellent service to a store or customer despite a difficult circumstance.