We are currently looking for experienced HGV Class 1 drivers for a leading logistics company, that specialises in the next-day and same-day delivery of air and sea freight and the distribution of heavy, awkward and dangerous consignments within the UK.
My client is an established freight distributer that has 3 decades experience in the Industry and looking for Class 1 drivers for either a day or night shift.
Job Title - Class 1 Drivers
Reports to - Depot / Operation Managers
Location: Glasgow
Role Summary:
Drive company vehicles in a safe manner and adhere to all relevant legislation / rules in
relation to the loads being transported.
Duties and Responsibilities
This is a list of the main duties of the role and should not be considered an exhaustive list
of duties.
* Doing deliveries / collections throughout the UK.
* Load and unload in line with the company code of practice and use appropriate equipment.
* Maintain security of load while loading, transporting and delivering.
* Comply with various legislations regarding vehicle safety, tachographs operation and Working Time Directive.
Experience & Qualifications
* C+E Licence requirement
* Valid Driver
* CPC card (DQC) essential
* Digital tachograph card essential.
* Minimum 2 years of LGV vehicle driving experience and must be over 25 years old due to underwritten insurance.
* Good knowledge of EU Regulations and Working Time Directive
* Geographical knowledge of major UK roads
* Sound knowledge of Highway Code and speed limits for size of vehicle/type of road
* Good working knowledge of manual loading/unloading and securing freight
* Unacceptable endorsements: Drink or drugs related endorsements within the past 10 years any disqualifications in the past 5 years/any codes on licence with prefix: IN CD, DD, DR, and BA
Working Hours
Day Shift:
Monday-Friday 8am – 6pm
£32,000 per annum + 1.25 Overtime + Benefits
Night Shift:
10/14 Flexible working days 8pm – 6am
£36,000 per annum + 1.25 Overtime + Benefits
If this job could interest you please contact Chris Fenwick at HP4 Recruitment. You could also apply via CV Library