Class 1 (C+E) Driver – Car Transporter Operator – Cross Channel 4 on 4 off

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£15.45 – £17.51 an hour
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Full-time
Shift and schedule
Day shift

 

Location
Preston PR5 8AN
 
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Job Title: Class 1 Driver – Car Transporter Operator (Cross Channel) 4on/4off

Department: Woodside Motorfreight

Location: Preston

Shifts available: 4 on 4 off

Shift start time 5pm on day 0 (the evening before day 1)

Who are we?

Woodside Motorfreight has a reputation for market leading quality, compliance and efficiency. We are searching for high calibre, professional Class 1 drivers to join our team serving the motor industry, including manufacturers, dealer networks and auction houses, throughout the UK & Ireland.

What are we looking for?

We have an exciting opportunity for experienced Class 1 drivers to join our specialist Motorfreight division operating cross channel throughout Great Britain.

Job Role:

Starting your shift at 5pm on day 0 (the evening before day 1) you will proceed to a ferry for the overnight sailing to Ireland and be poised and ready for starting deliveries on day 1, spending the next 4 nights out completing deliveries and accompanying your vehicle back and forth across the Irish sea completing two round trips.

Ferries to/from Ireland will be commonplace each shift working as part of our Cross channel team.

Responsibilities:

Safe, efficient and responsible driving of Company vehicle.

Thorough inspection of vehicles for damage/parts shortage, followed by safe and damage free loading and securing of vehicles onto your transporter.

Delivery documents on electronic platforms using tablets or smart phones.

Rate of Pay:

Basic Rate = £15.45 per hour (first 40 hours per shift)

Overtime Rate = £17.51 per hour (After 40 hours per shift)

Overnight expenses £28 per night (if applicable)

Essential Criteria:

HGV Class C&E (Class 1) licence.

Digital tachograph card and driver’s CPC qualification card.

Minimum 1 years CE driving experience.

Able to maintain a good standard of driving.

Clean license preferable but up to a maximum 6 points is acceptable.

Able to demonstrate right to work in the UK.

Good knowledge of drivers’ hours and WTD regulations.

Desirable Criteria:

Previous experience working within the automotive industry.

Training:

Full training on transporter equipment and all aspects of the role is provided on a one-on-one basis with one of our Driver Trainers.

We offer:

Competitive pay rate and allowance for nights out

Full induction and training on all aspects of the role is provided on a one-on-one basis with one of our Driver Trainers

Fully funded health plan with Healthshield

Long service recognition

Cycle to work scheme

Opportunities for personal development

Role specific training

For more information and to apply:

Complete our online application form

Email your CV to recruitment@woodsides.com

Call 07741 756520

Or Text RECRUIT and your name to 66777

Our Diversity and Inclusion commitments

Woodside Logistics Group is an equal opportunity employer.

We are dedicated to encouraging a supportive and inclusive culture amongst the whole workforce. It is within our best interest to promote diversity and eliminate discrimination in the workplace.

Our aim is to ensure that all employees and job applicants are given equal opportunity and that our organisation is representative of all sections of society. Each employee will be respected and valued and able to give their best as a result.

We believe in creating an inclusive environment and it’s an essential part of our culture. We expect all of our employees to treat each other equally, honestly and with respect. We want our employees to trust that their differences are respected and valued so they can genuinely be themselves at work.

The company operate pre-employment drugs screening testing and any offer of employment made is conditional upon a clear pre-employment drugs screening test.

Due to the physical nature of the duties of this role, the successful candidate should have a good level of physical fitness which will be tested at assessment.
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