People Solutions Group Limited
HGV Class 1 Driver – Garretts Green, West Midlands
People Solutions are currently recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Driver to join our well-established client based in Garretts Green, West Midlands.
This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay and genuine opportunities for growth and progression.
This position is ideal for applicants who have worked in a previous position as a LGVClass 1 Driver, Category CE Driver or Articulated Lorry Driver.
Shifts:
• Working Monday to Friday • Start times between 03:00 and 07:00
Rates of Pay:
• £16.25 per hour
Benefits: As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will receive:
• Excellent hourly rates • Ongoing work • Weekly pay • On-site canteen • Training provided • Immediate starts • Employee well-being programme
Day-to-Day Duties:
As an HGV Class 1 Driver, your duties will include (but are not limited to):
• Carrying out RDC or trunking work (curtain-side, no handball required) • Operating and driving Class 1 vehicles safely and efficiently to and from delivery locations • Performing pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections • Ensuring all cargo is loaded and secured properly • Adhering to traffic laws and regulations • Communicating effectively with dispatch and customers • Reporting any vehicle defects or maintenance needs to management • Assisting with loading and unloading of cargo when required
Essential Skills:
To be successful as an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will need:
• A valid UK Category CE licence • A minimum of twelve months’ experience driving CE vehicles • No more than six penalty points for minor infringements, with no major endorsement codes • A valid UK CPC card and Digi card • Good spoken and written English • Punctuality and excellent time-keeping skills • A solid understanding of traffic laws and regulations • Effective communication skills
Desirable Experience: • Previous commercial driving experience • Previous multi-drop delivery experience
Training Provided
• Drivers will have a short assessment before any shift
Apply:
If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity as an HGV Class 1 Driver, apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.
People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process
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