Class 1 Container Driver

Class 1 Container Driver

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Job details

Posting date: 22 December 2025

Hours:

Full time

Closing date: 21 January 2026

Location:

Tilbury, Essex

Remote working:
On-site only

Company:
Turners (Soham) Ltd

Job type:
Permanent

Job reference: TUR-197

Turners (Soham) Ltd is the UK's largest privately owned transport Company. We are looking to recruit LGV Container Drivers in Tilbury depot. We can offer Day and Night shifts.

As a professional driver working for Turners Container Division, you will be required to demonstrate skill, professionalism and excellent customer service. Working for our container division you will develop close working relationships with your planning and training team, alongside other drivers and staff members in a close-knit organisation that strives to create a welcoming and comfortable environment for all.

The haulage industry is one of varying hours and timings and will require potential candidates to be flexible in their approach to start and finish times. Shift lengths do vary but you will be expected to comply with the Tachograph & Working Time Directive regulations at all times.

As a large and ever-expanding company, we are always keen to take on experienced drivers and recognise the knowledge and strengths you can bring to the organisation.

• FullGV Class 1 (C +
  
  E) licence (1 year Preferred)
• Driver CPC & Tacho Cardli
• 35 hours CPC
• Container experience (preferred)
• Good knowledge of written and spoken English
• No test drives can take place without these documents and Minimum PPE of Safety Boots

• Driving Style Bonus
• Overtime Available
• Weekly Paid
• Company Uniform
• Tax‑free allowances
• Modern well‑maintained fleet
• Company contributory pension scheme
• Paid CPC training during employment (Terms apply - Dependant on Expiry Date of Current DQC)
• Average earnings estimated annually £38,500 to £41,500

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