7.5tn Driver

TRCGroup; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

TRCGroup, recruiting on behalf of a well-known logistics client in the Darlington area, is looking for multiple 7.5 Tonne drivers to join the team. Hours are Monday to Friday from 08:30am.

Duties include up to 30 deliveries/collections per day, manual handling, using devices and software to update delivery statuses, and completing pre- and post-trip vehicle checks. Temp to perm contract with competitive hourly pay of £16.05 PAYE.

Qualifications

• Full UK licence with 7.5 tonne entitlement (CAT C1).
• New pass welcome to apply.
• Valid DCPC and Digital Tachograph card.
• No more than 6 points on licence (minor offences only).
• Understanding of WTD legislation.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Safety-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Make up to 30 deliveries/collections per day.
• Load and unload parcels at depots and customer locations.
• Use devices and company software to update delivery statuses.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Adhere to traffic laws and company safety policies.
• Coordinate with dispatch and logistics to ensure timely deliveries.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety mindset

Education

C1 license (7.5t)

DCPC & Tachograph card

Tools

Delivery tracking software

Job description

The Recruitment Crowd are currently recruiting on behalf of our well known and industry-leading client based in the Darlington area. We are looking for multiple 7.5 Tonne drivers to join the team.

Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30am starts.

Pay Rates: £16.05 PAYE Per Hour.

Location: DL1 3NL

Job Type: Temp to perm.

The role:

• Up to 30 deliveries/ collections a day.
• Manual handling heavily involved including loading and unloading parcels at depots and customer locations.
• Handling devices and company software to update delivery statuses
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle, ensuring road worthiness and compliance with company standards.
• Adhere to all relevant traffic laws, regulations, and company policies to maintain a high level of safety on the road.
• Effectively communicate with dispatch and logistics teams to ensure timely deliveries and pickups.

Requirements:

• Full UK licence with 7.5 tonne entitlement (CAT C1).
• New pass welcome to apply.
• Valid and in date DCPC and Digital Tachograph card.
• No more than 6 points on licence (minor offences only).
• Full understanding of WTD legislation.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A safety-first mindset.