Class 1 Driver — Flexible Hours, Competitive Pay & Benefits

Freightliner; Southampton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Benefits package

Job summary

Freightliner in Southampton is seeking an LGV Class 1 Driver to join our team. You will transport containers to and from depots, conduct daily vehicle checks and ensure your paperwork matches container seals and routes, while adhering to road transport legislation and company procedures.

You should hold a current Class 1 licence, CPC qualification and have experience with container transport. Flexibility with hours and good English communication are essential. ADR licence is a bonus.

Qualifications

• Holders of a current and valid Class 1 driving licence.
• Holder of full CPC qualification (DQC card).
• Previous experience of transporting containers.
• Flexibility with working hours.
• Good comprehension of written and spoken English.
• ADR Licence – beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Transport containers to and from the depot whilst complying with road transport legislation.
• Ensure you do your daily vehicle checks to make sure your vehicle is roadworthy and safe to use.
• Ensure you arrive at your job on time.
• Inform the shunt operators of any problems in good time.
• Ensure all paperwork is correct and checked against container and seal numbers.
• Follow all company procedures, customer procedures and the highway code.
• Communicate effectively with customers, shunt operators, container control staff and other depots.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and health and safety.

Skills

Class 1 driving licence

CPC qualification

Experience transporting containers

Flexibility with working hours

English comprehension

ADR Licence

Education

CPC qualification (DQC card)

ADR Licence – beneficial

Job description

Freightliner in Southampton is seeking an LGV Class 1 Driver to join our team. You will transport containers to and from depots, conduct daily vehicle checks and ensure your paperwork matches container seals and routes, while adhering to road transport legislation and company procedures.

You should hold a current Class 1 licence, CPC qualification and have experience with container transport. Flexibility with hours and good English communication are essential. ADR licence is a bonus.