Class 1 (C+E) Driver - Haulage

Woodside Logistics Group; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plan

Cycle to work scheme

Long service recognition

Personal development

Role-specific training

Induction and training

Job summary

Woodside Logistics Group is seeking experienced Class 1 drivers for operations across Great Britain. You will drive a high-spec, well-maintained fleet, follow routes, and deliver to customers with a focus on service quality.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and flexibility, with induction and ongoing training provided. A pre-employment drugs screen is part of the process, and the company offers a range of benefits including health care and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year driving experience.
• HGV Class C&E licence required.
• Digital tachograph card and Driver CPC qualification card are required.
• Able to demonstrate right to work in the UK.
• Good knowledge of drivers’ hours and Working Time Directive regulations.
• Clean licence preferred, up to 6 points acceptable.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

HGV Class C&E licence

Digital tachograph card

CPC qualification

Right to work in UK

Drivers hours/WTD knowledge

Job description

Working Pattern:

Tramping Monday to Friday

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 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 of pay:

Night out allowance £30 per night

Meal allowance £5 per day

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:

The company operate pre-employment drugs screening testing and any offer of employment made is conditional upon a clear pre-employment drugs screening test.

You are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the posts at any time, once we have sufficient applications.

Prospective employees are expected to disclose any unspent convictions during the recruitment process. A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position.