Class 1 Driver

People Solutions Group; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport company is seeking a Class 1 Driver based in Leicester, offering excellent pay rates and opportunities for growth. The role involves safe driving of commercial vehicles for deliveries, adherence to traffic regulations, and effective communication with clients. Training will be provided along with benefits such as weekly pay and site canteen access.

Benefits

Excellent hourly rates

Weekly pay

Site canteen

Training provided

Immediate starts

Qualifications

• Hold a valid UK Category CE Licence.
• Minimum twelve months' experience driving CE vehicles.
• No more than six penalty points for minor infringements.
• Good level of English.

Responsibilities

• Perform RDC or Brewery Deliveries with no handball.
• Drive various Class 1 vehicles safely to delivery locations.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch and customers.

Skills

Punctuality

Time keeping skills

Communication

Understanding of traffic laws

Education

UK Category CE Licence

UK CPC Card

UK Digi Card

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Shift: MONDAY - FRIDAY - BOTH DAY AND NIGHT SHIFTS AVAILABLE

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Class 1 Driver to join our well-established client based in the LEICESTER, EAST MIDLANDS.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering great rates of pay and room to grow and progress.

As a Class 1 Driver you will receive the following benefits:

• Excellent hourly rates
• Weekly pay
• Site canteen
• Training provided
• Immediate starts

Day to Day Duties:

Your duties as a Class 1 Driver will involve but not be limited to:

• RDC or Brewery Deliveries no handball (working on curtain-side)
• Operate and drive various Class 1 vehicles in a safe and efficient manner to and from delivery locations
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Ensure all cargo is loaded and secured properly
• Adhere to traffic laws and regulations
• Communicate effectively with dispatch and customers
• Report any vehicle defects or maintenance needs to management
• Assist with loaded and unloading of cargo as needed

As a Class 1 Driver you will need to:

• Hold a valid UK Category CE Licence
• Have a minimum of twelve months experience driving CE vehicles
• No more than six penalty points for minor infringements and no major endorsement codes
• Have a valid UK CPC Card & UK Digi Card
• Must be able to speak and read a good level of English
• Punctuality and excellent time keeping skills
• Have a good understanding of traffic laws and regulations
• Experience driving any commercial vehicles would be beneficial
• Previous experience in multi drop experience will be beneficial

Training:

• Driver's Assessment will have to be completed
• After successful Assessment, there will be a one day paid induction
• Industry related training and ongoing support throughout

Contact

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, apply today by clicking the link below or get in touch with our recruitment team to find out more

People Solutions do not charge any of their candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process