Class 1 HIAB Operative

Explore Transport Limited; Winsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled HGV drivers to join their dedicated team. This permanent position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on safety, service, and efficiency. With over 50 years of experience in transport logistics, the company provides comprehensive training and career development opportunities. Enjoy generous holiday allowances, ongoing training, and a supportive work culture that values internal progression. If you're ready to take your driving career to the next level, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Daily meal & night out allowance

Full PPE provided

Generous holiday allowance

Ongoing training to maintain full CPC hours

Career development opportunities

Service-related pay increases

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of proven HGV driving experience.
• Ability to read maps and use GPS effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and timely delivery of goods.
• Adhere to traffic laws and safety standards.

Skills

HGV driving

GPS navigation

Organisational skills

Time management

Load securing

Communication skills

Education

Full UK driving licence

WAH Certificate

Job description

Explore Plant and Transport Solutions are a FORS Gold accredited specialist supplier of Transport and Plant Hire services to a wide range of industries including construction, rail and aerospace.

We strive to be the industry leader and deliver best in class levels of safety, service, and efficiency. Our Transport division combines over 50 years of construction logistics and haulage expertise, and our Plant division boasts one of the largest, most diverse and modern ranges of plant equipment, small tools, formwork and falsework systems.

We are currently recruiting for drivers to join our team on the following shift patterns-4On 4 Off.

What we offer

• Daily meal & night out allowance (where applicable)
• Full PPE provided
• Generous holiday allowance plus statutory bank holiday and service-related increase
• Ongoing training to maintain full CPC hours
• Full ongoing training/upskilling
• Career development and the opportunity for internal progression
• Service-related pay increases at 18 & 36 months.

Skills/Knowledge

• Fully competent HGV driver with a minimum 2 years proven experience
• Ability to read and interpret maps and use GPS navigation systems effectively
• Strong organisational and time management skills to meet delivery deadlines
• Load and unload securely and efficiently, ensuring proper securing techniques are applied
• Adhere to all traffic laws, road regulations and road safety standards while operating the vehicle
• Have good communication skills to quickly understand instructions including movement orders and liaise effectively with colleagues and customers.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence
• WAH Certificate (preferred).

This is a permanent position, subject to a successful probation period

Please be advised we reserve the right to close the advert early.