HGV Class 1 Container Driver

HGV Class 1 Container Driver - Heysham, Lancashire

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Container Driver to join our well-established client based in Heysham, Lancashire on a full-time ongoing basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering up to £18.00 per hour
, ongoing work, and immediate starts available with a leading logistics operation.

This would suit applicants who have worked as an LGV Class 1 Driver, Category CE Driver or Articulated Lorry Driver.

Rates of Pay:

• £17.00 per hour (Days)
• £18.00 per hour (Nights)
• Weekly pay

Shift Pattern:

• Monday to Friday
• AM starts between 04:00 and 06:00
• PM starts between 18:00 and 20:00
• Ongoing assignments
• Immediate starts available

Benefits:

Your benefits as an HGV Class 1 Container Driver are:

• Excellent hourly rates of pay
• Weekly pay
• Ongoing work
• Overtime opportunities
• Site canteen
• Immediate starts available
• Employee wellbeing programme
• Driver assessment and paid induction
• Industry-related training and ongoing support throughout your assignment
• Genuine long-term opportunities with a leading logistics business

Day-to-Day Duties:

Your duties as an HGV Class 1 Container Driver are:

• Completing trunking depot-to-depot deliveries with occasional store deliveries
• Operating Category CE vehicles safely and efficiently
• Carrying out pre- and post-journey vehicle inspections
• Ensuring all loads are secure and compliant with transport regulations
• Adhering to all road traffic legislation and company procedures
• Communicating effectively with the transport office and customers
• Reporting any vehicle defects or maintenance requirements promptly
• Assisting with loading and unloading when required

Essential

Skills:

To be successful as an HGV Class 1 Container Driver, you will need:

• A valid UK Category CE Driving Licence
• A minimum of six months' Category CE driving experience
• A valid Driver CPC Qualification Card
• A valid Digital Tachograph Card
• No more than six penalty points for minor offences
• No DR10, DG10, IN10 or TT99 endorsement codes
• Excellent punctuality and timekeeping
• A good understanding of UK road traffic legislation
• Strong communication skills

Training:

• Driver assessment required prior to starting
• One-day paid induction following a successful assessment
• Industry-related training and ongoing support throughout your assignment