3.5T FLATBED VAN DRIVER

Royal Dutch LV Logistics; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Guaranteed 50 hours per week

25 days annual leave + bank holidays +

Birthday off if on a working day

Pension scheme

Employee healthcare

Job summary

Royal Dutch LV Logistics is seeking a 3.5t Flatbed Van Driver for UK-wide collections and deliveries. You will complete paperwork, perform daily vehicle checks, and represent the company professionally with customers.

The role requires a Full Drivers CPC and Class 2 Licence; ADR and tail-lift training are available. Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work and holiday cover for the Class 2 fleet.

Qualifications

• Full drivers CPC (required).
• Class 2 Licence (required for holiday cover across our 26t rigid fleet).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ambitious, organised and driven.
• Strong customer‑facing communication skills.
• ADR licence desirable – training can be provided.
• Tail‑lift experience desirable – training can be provided.
• Monday to Friday workload, with occasional optional weekend work

Responsibilities

• Collections and deliveries across the UK using a 3.5t flatbed vehicle.
• Provide holiday cover for Class 2 rigid fleet when required.
• Follow specific job instructions and complete all relevant paperwork.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness and compliance with Health & Safety, Vehicle and Tachograph legislation.
• Represent the company professionally when interacting with customers

Skills

Full drivers CPC

Class 2 Licence

Independent worker

Customer-facing communication

Ambitious

Organised

Driven

ADR licence desirable

Tail-lift experience desirable

Team player

Job description

The Role

The 3.5t Flatbed Van Driver will carry out UK‑wide collections and deliveries, complete all required paperwork, and perform daily vehicle checks to ensure safety and compliance. You’ll represent the company professionally, work independently and within the wider team, and provide holiday cover for the Class 2 rigid fleet when needed.

Qualifications And Experience

• Full drivers CPC (required)


• Class 2 Licence (required for holiday cover across our 26t rigid fleet)


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team


• Ambitious, organised and driven


• Strong customer‑facing communication skills


• ADR licence desirable – training can be provided


• Tail‑lift experience desirable – training can be provided


• Monday to Friday workload, with occasional optional weekend work

Responsibilities And Duties

• Collections and deliveries across the UK using a 3.5t flatbed vehicle


• Provide holiday cover for Class 2 rigid fleet when required


• Follow specific job instructions and complete all relevant paperwork


• Conduct daily vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness and compliance with Health & Safety, Vehicle and Tachograph legislation


• Represent the company professionally when interacting with customers

Our Benefits Package Includes

• Competetive hourly rate (13.45 per hour)


• Guaranteed 50 hours per week


• 25 days annual leave + Bank holidays + your birthday off if it falls on a working day!


• Workplace Pension Scheme


• Employee Healthcare Scheme


• Wellbeing package including discounted gym memberships, mental health support, GP anytime service


• Health Shield Cash Plan – claim money back on everyday healthcare costs including prescriptions, dental treatment, eye tests and more


• Training and development opportunities within a global logistics company


• Gain invaluable experience working with diverse delivery requirements

Key Requirements

• Driver CPC (required)


• Class 2 License (required)


• Flexibility to support wider fleet operations when needed

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will support you. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

Please note, only successful candidates will be contacted.