Class 1 HGV Driver

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Pay
£44,965 a year
Job type
Full-time
Shift and schedule
8 hour shift
Day shift

 

Location
Narvik Way, North Shields NE29 7XJ
 
Benefits
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Employee discount
Company pension
On-site parking
 
Full job description
Job Overview
We are seeking a professional and reliable Truck Driver to join our logistics team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of goods across various routes, ensuring timely deliveries and maintaining excellent customer service. This role offers an opportunity to work with a reputable organisation committed to safety, professionalism, and operational excellence.

Duties

Operate curtain-sided vehicles in compliance with road safety regulations and company policies.
Plan routes effectively to optimise delivery schedules and minimise delays. These routes are multi drop across UK & Ireland.
Load and unload goods securely, ensuring proper handling and adherence to safety standards.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle, reporting any maintenance issues promptly.
Maintain accurate delivery documentation and logs weekly and monthly.
Communicate effectively with dispatchers, clients, and team members regarding delivery schedules or any unforeseen issues.
Adhere to all legal requirements related to driving hours, vehicle operation, and product safety.
Qualifications

Proven experience as a commercial driver, preferably with delivery driver experience.
Valid driving licence suitable for operating curtain sided vehicles.
Strong understanding of road safety regulations and best practices in commercial driving.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to plan routes efficiently.
Good communication skills and a professional attitude.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards of safety and service. This position is ideal for individuals committed to safe driving practices who enjoy working on the road and delivering excellent service. Applicants should demonstrate a strong work ethic, organisational skills, and a focus on safety at all times
Benefits

£44,965 salary
Nights out each week will be required @ £30
5 days equivalent, with regular shift pattern
Day shift driving
25 days holiday, plus 8 days bank holiday
Company pension
Medicash subscription
Employee discount
On-site parking
Annual CPC training
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £44,965.00 per year

Work Location: In person
 

BECOME AN OWNER-DRIVER AND WORK FOR YOURSELF! AVERAGE EARNINGS: £70,000 – £80,000 PER YEAR. AVAILABLE ANYWHERE IN THE UK.

CONTRACT HAULAGE WORK AVAILABLE ALL YEAR ROUND FOR OWNER-DRIVERS AND FLEET OWNERS WITH RIGID OR ARTICULATED VEHICLES.

Use our free guide to apply for an operator’s licence: https://transportforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=97

We are looking for owner-drivers, fleet owners, and HGV drivers (Class 1 or 2) based anywhere in the UK and interested in taking the next step up and becoming owner-operators and transport company owners. To get started and apply for an Operator’s Licence, you need to have £8,000 which is a requirement of the UK and EU transport regulations (you won’t spend it). We can help you with the rest of the process.

BENEFITS OF BECOMING AN OWNER-OPERATOR:
– Higher earnings even with one vehicle (double in some cases for the same work)
– Be your own boss and grow your fleet
– If you are tired of driving, hire others to drive for you
– Build and sell your business later and retire

WE OFFER:
– Contract haulage work all year round for rigids and artics with your trailer or ours
– FREE assistance with your Operator’s Licence application (if you hire a TM)
– Insurance: HGV and PSV vehicles, cheapest on the market
– HGV parking and registered operating centres
– Transport manager (CPC holder) for your O-licence, no course or exam is necessary
– Trailers for hire or lease
– Financing to purchase your vehicles
– Compliance with regulations
– Unlimited consulting and office support while you are driving

HGV PARKING AVAILABLE ANYWHERE IN THE UK – FROM £50 PER WEEK.

LOANS AVAILABLE TO MEET THE FINANCIAL STANDING REQUIREMENTS OF YOUR OPERATOR’S LICENCE. EASY TO QUALIFY AND QUICK PROCESSING.

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TRANSPORT MANAGERS WANTED – CPC HOLDER – PSV, HGV – ALL of UK – EXTERNAL PART-TIME

WE PROVIDE TRANSPORT MANAGER SERVICES ANYWHERE IN THE UK.

If you have a national or international CPC for HGV or PSV (road haulage or passenger) obtained in the UK or any EU country, earn additional income working part-time locally as an external transport manager. Use our full support and advice for operator licence applications and maintenance. We cover all of the UK, so if you are based in a different area from where this ad is posted, you can still apply.

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TO APPLY, EMAIL YOUR CV OR JUST THE FOLLOWING 5 ANSWERS TO info@hirett.com
– Name
– Phone number
– City (not region) where you are based
– Is your CPC in road haulage (HGV) or passenger (PSV)?
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NEED A TRANSPORT MANAGER FOR YOUR O-LICENCE (ANYWHERE IN THE UK)?
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