Class 1 Lorry Driver

Essential Access Platforms (Midlands) Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Essential Access Platforms (Midlands) Ltd in Nottingham is seeking a full-time Class 1 Lorry Driver to transport access platforms and related equipment to customer sites. You will plan routes, perform pre- and post-trip checks, secure loads, and complete delivery paperwork while liaising with the transport office and site contacts.

Maintain a clean, roadworthy vehicle, follow company safety procedures, and represent the business professionally when interacting with customers and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 (C+E) licence, up-to-date Driver CPC and UK transport regs knowledge.
• Proven Class 1 vehicle experience with strong route planning and vehicle checks.
• Commitment to health and safety and safe equipment handling.

Responsibilities

• Transport access platforms/equipment to/from customer sites.
• Plan routes and complete pre- and post-trip checks.
• Secure loads and complete delivery/collection paperwork.
• Liaise with transport office and site contacts; adapt to changing schedules.
• Maintain a clean, roadworthy vehicle and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Class 1 license

Driver CPC

Route planning

Vehicle checks

Load security

Health and safety

Customer service

Time management

Independent worker

Clean driving record

Job description

Company Description

Essential Access Platforms (Midlands) Ltd is a regional provider of access platform and lifting solutions, supporting construction, maintenance, and industrial projects across the Midlands. The company focuses on reliable transport and safe delivery of specialist equipment to customer sites. Team members work closely with operations and logistics staff to ensure timely, efficient service. The business values safety, professionalism, and strong customer service, offering stable employment and opportunities to develop skills within the transport and access platforms sector.

Role Description

This full-time, on-site Class 1 Lorry Driver role is based in Nottingham and involves the safe transport of access platforms and related equipment to and from customer locations. The driver will be responsible for planning routes, carrying out pre- and post-trip vehicle checks, and ensuring all loads are correctly secured and compliant with relevant regulations. Daily tasks include completing delivery and collection paperwork, liaising with the transport office and site contacts, and adapting to changing schedules or priorities. The role also involves maintaining a clean, roadworthy vehicle, following all company safety procedures, and representing the business professionally when interacting with customers and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 (C+E) driving license, up-to-date Driver CPC, and a good understanding of UK road transport regulations.
• Proven experience operating Class 1 vehicles, with strong skills in route planning, vehicle checks, and safe loading/unloading.
• Commitment to health and safety best practices, including safe handling of equipment and adherence to company procedures.
• Effective communication and customer service skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with the transport team and site personnel.
• Good time management, reliability, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Clean or low-point driving record; experience delivering access platforms or construction equipment is an advantage.
• Willingness to work flexible hours when required and to undertake additional training or certifications relevant to the role.