Class 1 (C+E) Driver

Woodside Logistics Group; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded healthcare plan

Long service recognition

Cycle to work scheme

Opportunities for personal development

Role specific training

Full induction and training

Job summary

Woodside Logistics Group operates across the UK and Ireland and seeks experienced Class 1 drivers to join the Haulage division. You will work with a high-spec, modern fleet and contribute to delivering a reliable service across Great Britain and Ireland.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and customer service, with full induction and ongoing training to develop your skills in a demanding logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold HGV Class C&E (Class 1) licence and drive modern fleet.
• Strong knowledge of drivers’ hours and WTD regulations.
• Reliable, conscientious and able to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Transport a wide variety of items to customers.
• Follow designated routes and announce ETAs.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Drive safely, efficiently and responsibly.
• Perform daily vehicle and trailer checks and complete documentation.
• Keep vehicles clean inside and out.
• Report defects and obtain defect numbers.
• Comply with Health and Safety and site policies.

Skills

HGV Class C&E driving

Team player

Reliability & flexibility

Knowledge of drivers’ hours

Education

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Due to continued Expansion Woodside Haulage are seeking several drivers to join our growing team

Who are we?

Woodside Logistics Group has over 50 years’ experience of transporting between Great Britain and Ireland. There is a strong ‘can do’ culture within Woodside Logistics, driving us to find solutions which makes meeting our customers’ needs a priority. We also place great emphasis on maintaining quality equipment, delivering quality training and applying rigorous controls. Operating across the UK and Ireland, we are proud to have one of the largest and most diverse trailer fleets in the industry.

What are we looking for?

We have an exciting opportunity for experienced Class 1 drivers to join our Haulage division operating throughout Ireland and Great Britain.

Why Woodsides?

Building on our solid foundations in Transport & Logistics, Woodsides Logistics Group are driving the industry forward. Through continued reinvestment in our people, fleet & technology we are committed to delivering a consistent, quality service.

Join us and contribute to shaping the future of the transport and logistics Industry.

The Person:

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to drive a high spec, modern and well-maintained fleet and we place great emphasis on maintaining quality equipment, delivering quality training and applying rigorous controls. We require a driver who has the ability to work as part of a team, is confident in the use of smart phones and is reliable and conscientious with a flexible attitude toward work.

The Role:

• Transporting a wide variety of items to customers
• Following the designated routes which relate to the delivery and communicating your location and estimated arrival time
• Providing excellent customer service to all internal and external customers
• Safe, efficient and responsible driving of Company vehicle
• Perform daily vehicle and trailer checks and completion of relevant documentation
• Keeping vehicles clean inside and out
• Reporting of defects to traffic office, and obtaining defect number
• Complying with the requirements of Health and Safety, other relevant legislation and site policies

Rates:

• Competitive
• HGV Class C&E (Class 1) licence.
• Digital tachograph card and driver's CPC qualification card.
• Minimum 1 years driving experience.
• Able to maintain a good standard of driving.
• Clean license preferable but up to a maximum 6 points is acceptable.
• Able to demonstrate right to work in the UK.
• Good knowledge of drivers’ hours and WTD regulations.
• Competitive pay rate and allowance for nights out (if applicable)
• Full induction and training on all aspects of the role is provided on a one-on-one basis with one of our Driver Trainers
• Fully funded healthcare plan with Health Shield
• Long service recognition
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunities for personal development
• Role specific training

Our Diversity and Inclusion commitments:

Woodside Logistics Group is committed to having an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong. If you require accommodations to be made during the recruitment process or have questions relating to accessibility, please contact us.

Please note:

Woodside Logistics Group carries out pre-employment screening. Employment is conditional upon satisfactory completion of the Company’s pre-employment screening requirements, including drug and alcohol testing.

Due to the safety-critical nature of our driving roles, applicants who have previously failed to meet the required standard as part of the Company’s pre-employment drug and alcohol screening will not normally be eligible to apply for a safety-critical driving position for a period of 12 months from the date of the test.