HGV Class 1 HIAB Driver

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Pay
Up to £46,000 a year
Job type
Permanent
Full-time
Shift and schedule
Weekend availability
Monday to Friday

 

Location
Manor House Avenue, Southampton SO15 0LF
 
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Referral programme
Free parking
Company pension
Health & wellbeing programme
Cycle to work scheme
Company events
 
Full job description
We are seeking a reliable and skilled Hiab Driver to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for transporting goods safely and efficiently while adhering to all traffic regulations and company policies. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, punctuality, and customer service.

Responsibilities

Ensure the safe loading and unloading of cargo, securing loads appropriately to prevent damage during transit.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure it is in good working condition.
Maintain accurate delivery records and logs as required by company policy.
Communicate effectively with dispatchers and customers regarding delivery schedules and any potential delays.
Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations while driving, promoting a culture of safety on the road.
Provide excellent customer service during deliveries, addressing any enquiries or concerns professionally.
Experience

Previous experience as a Hiab Driver.
A valid commercial driving licence is essential
Strong understanding of road safety regulations and best practices for commercial driving.
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to meet delivery schedules.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a focus on customer service.
About Us

Williams Shipping is a diverse, family run marine and logistics business, established in 1894. Based in Southampton, but with offices in Pembroke and Aberdeen, we pride ourselves in always providing a first class service to our customers and working to the mantra of “where there’s a will, there’s a way.” We work for a broad range of customers in industries including shipping, marine, energy, defence and construction. Our logistics team operates across the UK and northern Europe.

What we offer our HGV Drivers

Competitive salary depending on experience
Salary is based on average 50 hours per week. You will mainly be working Monday to Friday. Some weekend working is required.
Weekend working is normally worked on a rota basis (we pay weekend bonuses)
Some nights out are required (we pay a very competitive night out rate)
Contributory Pension Scheme
Simply Health
Life Assurance
Company events
Most importantly an excellent working environment with the opportunity to progress.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £46,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
Referral programme
Experience:

HIAB driving: 3 years (required)
HGV Class 1 driving: 5 years (required)
Language:

English (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Category CE Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

Southampton SO15 0LF (preferred)
Work Location: On the road
 

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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GET £100 IF YOU REFER AN OPERATOR TO US: hirett.com/referrals

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