Class 1 Container Driver - Felixstowe

TURNERS (SOHAM) LTD; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Driving Style Bonus

Overtime

Weekly pay

Company uniform

Tax-free allowances

Modern fleet

Pension scheme

Paid CPC training

Job summary

Turners (Soham) Ltd is recruiting LGV Container Drivers for Felixstowe and surrounding depots near Newmarket. Flexible shifts include day, night, weekend and tramping options, with a focus on safety and customer service.

Successful candidates will have HGV Class 1, CPC and Tacho, and be comfortable with varying start times. The company offers a modern fleet, weekly pay, uniform, pension, and paid CPC training during employment.

Qualifications

• Full HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence, 1 year preferred.
• Driver CPC & Tacho Card.
• 35 hours CPC.
• Container experience preferred.
• Good written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Drive LGV container vehicles on assigned shifts (day, night, weekend).
• Comply with Tachograph and Working Time Directive requirements.
• Deliver professional customer service and maintain vehicle cleanliness.
• Conduct pre/post-trip vehicle checks and report faults.

Skills

HGV Class 1

Driver CPC

Tacho Card

CPC Training

English Proficiency

Job description

Turners (Soham) Ltd is the UK’s largest privately owned transport Company. We are looking to recruit: LGV Container Drivers in Felixstowe depot. Shifts available - Monday-FridayAs a professional driver working for Turners Container Division, you will be required to demonstrate skill, professionalism and excellent customer service.Working for our container division you will develop close working relationships with your planning and training team, alongside other drivers and staff members in a close knit organisation that strives to create a welcoming and comfortable environment for all.The haulage industry is one of varying hours and timings, and will require potential candidates to be flexible in their approach to start and finish times. We have day, tramping, weekend & night shifts available (Shift patterns vary from depot to depot). Shift lengths do vary but you will be expected to comply with the Tachograph & Working Time Directive regulations at all times. Occasional nights out maybe required for day drivers due to unforeseen circumstances.As a large and ever expanding company, Turners can take on new drivers with limited experience. All we ask is you are willing and keen to learn, growing our driving crew with knowledgeable and competent members. We are always keen to take on experienced drivers and recognize the knowledge and strengths you can bring to the organisation.**Successful applicants MUST have the following:** •Full HGV Class 1 (C + E) licence (1 year Preferred) •Driver CPC & Tacho Card •35 hours CPC •Container experience (preferred) •Good knowledge of written and spoken English(No test drives can take place without these documents and Minimum PPE of Safety Boots)**Benefits:** •Driving Style Bonus •Overtime Available •Weekly Paid •Company Uniform •Tax-free allowances •Modern well-maintained fleet •Company contributory pension scheme •Paid CPC training during employment (Terms apply – Dependant on Expiry Date of Current DQC)*To apply for this position please email your CV or a complete an application form click here and send it to [e-mail] or by post to:* *Turners (Soham) Ltd.* *HR Department* *Fordham Road* *Newmarket* *Suffolk* *CB8 7NR*