Class 1 Driver Operative

Vp plc; Swindon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of temporary access solutions is seeking a qualified driver to ensure compliance with regulations and deliver customer satisfaction. Responsibilities include planning workloads, handling transport transactions efficiently, and maintaining high service levels. Candidates must possess a full UK Driving Licence (C+E), digital tachograph card, and strong communication skills. This role offers a starting salary of £35,885 with potential for promotion and various attractive benefits, including bonuses and holiday allowances.

Benefits

Starting Salary £35,885

£35 night out allowance

Generous role related bonus

25 days holiday

Discounts on health care premiums

Learning & Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Essential skills include a full UK Driving Licence and proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver your workload to meet deadlines.
• Maintain compliance with driver hours and working time regulations.
• Complete transport related transactions efficiently.

Skills

Full UK Driving Licence with category C+E entitlement

Current digital tachograph driver card & driver CPC card

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Good level of physical fitness

Suitably proficient in maths, and in written and spoken English

Experience operating a lorry loader crane

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver your workload to meet customer and company deadlines.
• Maintain compliance with driver hours, working time regulations and safe working methods.
• Ensure all transport related transactions are completed efficiently and accurately in line with company policies and customer requirements.
• Demonstrate a 'can do' attitude, high level of customer service and willingness to deliver.

What We're Looking For

• Full UK Driving Licence with category C+E entitlement - Essential
• Current digital tachograph driver card & driver CPC card - Essential
• Suitably proficient in maths, and in written and spoken English - Essential
• Good level of physical fitness due to onsite work required - Essential
• Flexible approach to working hours (early starts, late finishes, some weekend work) - Essential
• Good communication and interpersonal skills - Essential
• Experience operating a lorry loader crane (ALLMI or CPCS preferred) - Desirable
• Experienced working within the Portable Roadway industry - Desirable
• TPA work on many sensitive sites in the transmission, rail and utilities sectors and operate a rigorous drugs and alcohol testing policy - Desirable

What We Can Offer You

• Starting Salary £35,885 rising to £42,312 on successful promotion to Lead Driver/Operative
• £35 night out allowance
• Generous role related bonus on top
• Weekend overtime often available (excellent earning potential)
• Salary sacrifice pension
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• Free Tool Hire
• Life Assurance cover 3x salary
• Share save scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Learning & Development - commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in-house training available alongside external training where required
• Cycle to work scheme
• Long service recognition
• My Vp discount scheme – a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands
• Discounts on HP products
• EE mobile contract discount offers
• Gym discounts
• Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Virtual GP Service
• Will Writing & Funeral Concierge Service
• Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline – free joining

We are a leading supplier of customised temporary access solutions. We specialise in providing versatile access equipment for various industries while prioritising health and safety. With an innovative approach we transform ambitious ideas into practical realities, delivering exceptional temporary access solutions to our valued clients.

VP plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills.