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Class 1 Lead Driver Operative

Job in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S80, England, UK
Listing for: Vp plc
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-27
Job specializations:
  • Transportation
    Driver, Transportation & Logistics, Truck Driver
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 44155 GBP Yearly GBP 44155.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

As TPA approaches its 25-year anniversary, we are expanding our driver team to support continued growth. TPA is a trusted UK provider of flexible access solutions, delivering temporary roadways and rail access for infrastructure, construction, and events projects nationwide.

Key Responsibilities
  • Safely load, transport, install and recover equipment and hire fleet
  • Inspect, maintain and clean vehicles, trailers, cranes and all equipment
  • Carry out daily risk assessments and checks before operations
  • Coordinate with customers, Stock Controller and Logistics on schedules, site plans and requirements
  • Provide customer familiarisation of equipment as needed
  • Confirm daily panel movements and process all dispatches/collections through M42 system
  • Identify, count and record damaged or missing items; ensure no excess materials remain on site
  • Complete daily driver checks and report all vehicle incidents, accidents or damage
  • Perform daily and weekly stock checks of vehicles, tools, panels and accessories
  • Log deliveries, recoveries and site checks on tickets signed by the customer
  • Drive using driver cards as per DVSA regulations
  • Maintain and submit all legal and company paperwork accurately and on time
What We’re Looking For
  • HGV C+E licence (Class
    1) – Essential
  • Experience in similar role
  • Comfortable with the physical installation phase of the role (training provided)
  • Current valid CPC Training Card
  • Experience of using a lorry‑loaded crane (Hiab etc.)
  • Working away Monday‑Friday, a flexible approach to working hours – Essential
  • Trustworthy, physically capable individuals comfortable of managing off‑site operations
  • Being an integral part of a two‑person team, comfortable sharing the cab night and day
  • Willingness to deliver a high level of customer service; displays a ‘can do’ attitude, solving problems that are encountered
  • Must live within a commutable distance from the Worksop depot
What We Can Offer You
  • Starting Salary £44,155 plus industry leading package
  • Average OTE £50,000 including performance bonus
  • Industry leading Night Out allowances worth an extra circa £4,500
  • Developmental salary structure depending on Licence held and experience
  • Fully funded Class 1 training for Class 2 drivers
  • Role training for the right individual
  • Salary sacrifice pension
  • 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays (increasing year on year up to a max of 28)
  • Additional holiday purchase scheme
  • Free Tool Hire
  • Life Assurance cover 3x salary
  • Share save scheme
  • Eye care vouchers
  • Recommend a friend scheme (£500 for any successful referral)
  • Learning and Development – commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in‑house training available alongside external training where required
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Long service recognition
  • My Vp discounts – a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well‑known brands
  • Discounts on HP products
  • EE mobile contract discount offers (up to 20% off)
  • Gym discounts
  • Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Virtual GP Service
  • Will Writing & Funeral Concierge Service
  • Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline – free joining

TPA is proud member of the Vp group of companies, Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe a diverse workforce strengthens our business, and we recruit based on skills and experience.

Explore our opportunities and join a team proud to support Britain’s infrastructure.

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