Pertemps Northampton
HGV Class 1 Drivers
Location: Corby
Pay: £18.00 Days / £21 Sat / £22 Sun
The Role
- Average shift length: 10–12 hours
- 7-day operation – however the client can accomodate drivers looking for Monday to Friday!
- AM shifts: typically start between 05:00–07:00
Delivery area spans:
North: Manchester/Wakefield/Scunthorpe/ Preston – Usually night drivers
West: South Wales
South: London (Outer)
Key Responsibilities
- Delivering a mixture of products such as crisps, spices, glass jars and cleaning products
- It is the driver’s responsibility to ensure to load is strapped securely, depending on the product
- Occasionally certain sites will require you to use pump truck to unload
- Most sites, no hand balling involved
- Safely operate and drive HGV 1 (C+E) vehicles to transport goods to designated locations
- Plan routes and schedules to ensure timely deliveries
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure road worthiness
- Adhere to all relevant traffic laws and regulations
- Maintain accurate records of deliveries, mileage, and fuel consumption
- Communicate effectively with dispatchers and logistics team members
- Shifts are booked daily with shift confirmation times texted to you the day before
- No driving assessment on site, but paperwork to be complete before first shift
Requirements
- Valid HGV 1 C+E licence
- Up-to-date Tacho Digi Card and an up-to-date DCPC Card
- Min 10 months HGV Class 1 C+E experience
- Strong understanding of road safety regulations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- We will accept up to 6 points on your licence, but no DD, TT, DR, CD, IN endorsements.
Benefits
- Free and secure parking on site
- Competitive hourly rate
- Flexible working patterns
- Supportive team and friendly working environment
If you are a skilled HGV Class 1 (C+E) Driver looking for a rewarding job in the logistics industry, we'd love to hear from you.
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