Class 1 Driver

Driver Hire Southampton is recruiting for a permanent Class 1 Driver to join a specialist operation supplying some of the UK's leading house builders and construction companies.

This is more than a standard Class 1 driving role. You'll be operating bulk powder tankers and silo placement vehicles fitted with specialist lifting equipment. You will be delivering and positioning dry silo systems at construction sites across the UK.

Full training will be provided, giving you the skills and knowledge to operate the specialist equipment safely, efficiently and to the required industry standards.

About this Class 1 driving position:

Permanent position
Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work during busy periods
Typically a 6:00am start
40-hour working week, plus overtime
Delivering dry silo systems to customer construction sites
Operating specialist lorry-mounted lifting equipment to position silos
Refilling silos using advanced powder tanker technology
Working directly with customers, so professionalism and good communication are important

As a Class 1 Driver, we require from you:

Full UK Class 1 licence with valid CPC and Digi Tacho card
Good customer service and timekeeping skills
Experienced and newly qualified drivers are welcome to apply
Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous, but not essential
Own transport is essential due to the location of the client

What you'll get in return:

Competitive pay
Full training and PPE provided
31 days' holiday, including bank holidays, increasing with length of service
Bonuses and long-service awards

Career development and progression opportunities
Enhanced pension scheme
Share Save Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Life insurance
Colleague discounts, including gym, retail and leisure
And a range of additional benefits

Why Driver Hire?

Driver Hire is the UK's largest specialist transport and logistics recruitment company. Driver Hire Southampton provides ongoing and varied opportunities across Southampton and the surrounding areas.

We recognise the professionalism and experience that drivers bring to the industry. In our latest candidate survey, 97% of candidates said they were proud to work for Driver Hire.

If you're an experienced Class 1 driver, or recently qualified and looking to develop your career in a specialist driving role, we'd like to hear from you