7.5T / 18T HGV Driver

ARC (Norwich) Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is seeking a full-time 7.5 Tonne HGV Driver based in Southeast England. Responsibilities include driving the lorry for deliveries, loading goods, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of HGV driving experience and meet age and licensing requirements. Attractive salary range of £30,000 to £45,000 with bonuses available for those willing to take on additional duties. Flexible hours with opportunities for increased earnings through overtime and night shifts.

Benefits

Company Pension

Bonus Scheme

Monthly Profit Share

Overtime Pay

Weekly Pay

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free and On-site Parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of HGV Driving experience required.
• Must be over 25 years old.
• No more than 6 points on the licence.

Responsibilities

• Drive the 7.5-tonne lorry for deliveries.
• Load, check, and secure goods onto and off the lorry.
• Engage positively with clients during deliveries.

Skills

HGV Driving experience

Customer Service

Loading and securing goods

Job description

7.5 Tonne HGV Driver (Full-Time, Permanent)

Plus, possible 18 Ton drivers (Full-Time, Permanent)

Location: Southeast of England (Primary area) with long-distance and European travel.

Salary & Earnings

Annual Range: £30,000.00 – £45,000.00 OTE (On-Target Earnings) per year.
Basic Pay: £26,900 (includes performance bonus).

Higher Earning Potential: Drivers willing to drive 18-tonne lorries, take on nights out, and travel to Europe and Ireland can achieve the upper salary end (£45,000).

Key Job Requirements & Duties

• Primary Duty: Driving the 7.5-tonne lorry for deliveries.
• Operational Duties: Loading, checking, and securing various goods (mostly pallets, crates, general haulage) onto and off the lorry.
• Customer Service: Engaging positively with clients during deliveries.

Work Pattern & Hours

• Shift Pattern: No standard shift; depends on customer requirements.
• Start Times: Normally between 06:00 and 09:00, but can vary.
• Average Hours: Most drivers average 40–48 hours per week.
• Average Deliveries: 1 to 5 deliveries per day.
• Flexibility: Drivers willing to work overtime, nights out, and weekends will be the highest earners.

Benefits

• Annual salary (guaranteed pay), not hourly.
• Company Pension.
• Bonus Scheme (based on performance).
• Monthly Profit Share.
• Overtime Pay.
• Weekly Pay.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Free and On-site Parking.

Driver Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of HGV Driving experience (required).
• Age: Must be over 25 years old.
• Licence: No more than 6 points on the licence.
• Convictions: No conviction codes (e.g., BA, CD, DD, DR, DG, TT99, MR) in the last 5 years.
• Medical: Any medical conditions requiring DVLA submission must be declared and cleared by the company's insurers.
• Other: Must not have had vehicle insurance refused in the last 5 years; must have no unspent convictions.

Opportunity for 18‑Tonne Drivers

Drivers with the ability to operate 18‑tonne vehicles will receive an approximate £1,500 increase in their basic pay.