Class 1 driver (Hull)

Van der Vlist; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company specializing in abnormal loads is seeking an experienced Class 1 driver to join their team in Hull. The role involves operating advanced vehicles, ensuring safety standards, and working throughout the UK. Ideal candidates should have experience with loading plant machinery and hold the necessary driving certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of driving experience, preferably 5 years.
• Experience loading and operating plant machinery.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading various plant and machinery.
• Driving and navigating throughout the UK.
• Completing daily vehicle checks and minor maintenance.

Skills

Knowledge of STGO

Experience with abnormal loads

Technical knowledge for trailer setup

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

HGV CLASS 1 (C+E)

Driver CPC

CSCS Operators Card (preferred)

Job description

The Van der Vlist Transport Group is a Family run business focussed on Special Transport and Technical Logistics for almost 100 years.

Van der Vlist UK has been operating as a freight forwarding company for almost 25 years, specialising in abnormal loads movements and heavy lift projects within the UK and European markets.

We are now beginning a new chapter with the purchase of our First UK registered truck and trailer.

We are looking for an experienced, motivated and flexible class 1 driver to join our team based out of our location in Hull working throughout the UK.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience with STGO & abnormal loads as well as experience of loading and transporting plant and machinery.

The starting combination is a brand new DAF XG530 FTG 6 x 2 coupled with a 3 axle plant trailer. There will also be a requirement to drop and swap our Dutch semi low loaders and low beds within the UK ports for import / export, therefore a good technical knowledge and practical approach to trailer set up is required.

The successful applicant will report to the transport manager, aspects of the job role are listed below.

• Loading and unloading various plant and machinery as well as a variety of static loads and cargo
• Ensuring all goods are positioned and secured safely
• Driving and navigating throughout the UK
• Complete daily vehicle checks and minor maintenance
• Comply with HGV driving rules and regulations
• Use a tablet based system to log job completion
• Ensuring your assigned vehicle is kept in good condition

Required licence or certification:

• Full UK Driving Licence
• HGV CLASS 1 (C+E)
• Driver CPC
• CSCS Operators Card (preferred)

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday along with nights out and Saturday working where required

Experience:

• Driving: 2 years minimum, 5 years or more preferable