7.5T Driver | Flatbed Vehicle | Plastic Piping Deliveries | Approx. 6 Drops | Day Work

Driver Hire Blackburn; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Driver Hire Blackburn is seeking an experienced 7.5 Tonne Driver to deliver plastic underground piping and related products from Blackburn. This day work role uses a flatbed vehicle with around six drops per day and a focus on load security and safe handling.

The candidate should have a valid 7.5 Tonne / Category C1 licence with prior 7.5T experience, and a professional approach to loading, securement, and customer service. Licence checks will be part of recruitment.

Qualifications

• A valid 7.5 Tonne / Category C1 licence.
• Previous 7.5T driving experience.
• Experience with flatbed vehicles would be beneficial.
• Good understanding of load security and strapping.
• Good communication skills.
• The ability to work independently.
• Good knowledge of UK roads.

Responsibilities

• Driving a 7.5 tonne flatbed vehicle.
• Delivering plastic underground piping and industrial products.
• Completing approximately 6 deliveries per day.
• Loading and unloading goods safely.
• Securing loads correctly using straps.
• Checking loads before leaving site.
• Delivering to customers, businesses and various delivery locations.
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks.
• Completing delivery paperwork when required.
• Providing a professional service to customers.
• Following all relevant road safety and transport regulations.

Skills

Load security

Safe driving

Verbal communication

Education

7.5T licence (Category C1)

Job description

Location:Blackburn Pay:£13.30-£18.55 Job Type:Temporary / Ongoing Start Time:08:00am - 5:00pm

7.5T Driver | Flatbed Vehicle | Plastic Piping Deliveries | Approx. 6 Drops | Day Work

We're looking for an experienced 7.5 Tonne Driver to join a well-established industrial supplies business, delivering plastic underground piping and related products to customers.

This is a day work driving role using a flatbed vehicle, with around 6 drops per day. The job would suit a driver who enjoys being out on the road, is confident securing loads and takes pride in completing deliveries safely and professionally.

What You'll Be Doing

Your typical day will involve:

• Driving a 7.5 tonne flatbed vehicle
• Delivering plastic underground piping and industrial products
• Completing approximately 6 deliveries per day
• Loading and unloading goods safely
• Securing loads correctly using straps
• Checking loads before leaving site
• Delivering to customers, businesses and various delivery locations
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks
• Completing delivery paperwork when required
• Providing a professional service to customers
• Following all relevant road safety and transport regulations

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a reliable and experienced 7.5T Driver who is comfortable working with a flatbed vehicle and understands the importance of safe load security.

You'll need:

• A valid 7.5 Tonne / Category C1 licence
• Previous 7.5T driving experience
• Experience with flatbed vehicles would be beneficial
• Good understanding of load security and strapping
• A reliable and professional approach to work
• Good communication skillsThe ability to work independently
• Good knowledge of UK roads

Experience delivering building materials, piping, plastics or industrial products would be an advantage.

Driving Licence Requirements

Strict licence criteria apply to this position.

• Have no more than 6 penalty points
• Have no DR endorsements
• Have no IN endorsements
• Have no DD endorsements

Driving licences will be checked as part of the recruitment process.

The Job at a Glance

Role: 7.5 Tonne Driver

Vehicle: Flatbed

Goods: Plastic Underground Piping

Work: Customer Deliveries

Drops: Approximately 6 per day

Shifts: Day Work

Key Skill: Load securing and strapping

Licence: 7.5T / Category C1

Points: Maximum 6

No: DR, IN or DD endorsements