Class 1 Night Driver

Vanta Staffing Limited; England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Driver CPC training provided

22 days leave + 8 bank holidays

Regular Mon-Fri shifts

Job summary

Vanta Staffing Limited is recruiting a Class 1 Night Driver on behalf of a client for a permanent transport role in the United Kingdom. The position involves night-time driving, palletised freight, and occasional manual handling.

Shifts run Monday to Friday with 45 hours per week, typically 4:00pm to 4:00am, plus a 1-hour unpaid break. Salary ranges between £34,000 and £37,000 per year with 22 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays. Driver CPC training is provided by the client.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 (C+E) licence required.
• Driver CPC qualification required.
• Minimum 12 months Class 1 driving experience.
• Night driving experience desirable.
• Good understanding of UK road transport regs and health & safety.

Responsibilities

• Drive a Class 1 HGV to deliver/collect palletised freight.
• Complete deliveries and collections safely, on time.
• Carry out vehicle and load checks per procedures.
• Interact professionally with customers, partners and colleagues.
• Report issues through proper channels.
• Maintain professional appearance and represent client positively.
• Follow all health & safety requirements.
• Maintain CPC compliance and complete training.

Skills

C+E Licence

Driver CPC

Night shifts

Independent worker

Customer service

Job description

Class 1 Night Driver

Vanta Staffing is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Class 1 Night Driver to join their transport operation on a permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HGV Class 1 driver who is comfortable working independently and enjoys regular night-time driving.

The Role

As a Class 1 Driver, you will be responsible for the safe and professional delivery and collection of palletised freight from partner depots.

The majority of loading and unloading will be carried out using forklift trucks, although there may also be some use of electric pallet trucks. The role can involve some physical work when completing certain deliveries.

Key Responsibilities

• Driving a Class 1 HGV to deliver and collect palletised freight.


• Completing deliveries and collections safely, efficiently and on time.


• Carrying out vehicle and load checks in accordance with company procedures.


• Working professionally with customers, pallet network partners and colleagues.


• Reporting any issues or concerns through the appropriate channels.


• Maintaining a professional appearance and representing the client positively at all times.


• Following all company and statutory Health & Safety requirements.


• Maintaining compliance with Driver CPC requirements and completing required training.


• Working effectively both independently and as part of a wider transport team.

Requirements

• Valid Class 1 (C+E) licence.


• Valid Driver CPC qualification.


• Minimum 12 months' Class 1 driving experience.


• Previous night-driving experience is desirable but not essential.


• Good understanding of UK road transport regulations and Health & Safety.


• Reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach.


• Ability to work independently during night shifts.


• Good communication and customer service skills.


• Physically capable of undertaking occasional manual handling duties.

Working Hours

• 45 hours per week


• Monday to Friday


• Shifts worked between approximately 4:00pm and 4:00am


• Includes a 1-hour unpaid break

Salary & Benefits

• £34,000 – £37,000 per annum, depending on experience


• 22 days' annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays


• Driver CPC training provided and paid for by the client


• Regular Monday-to-Friday work


• Full-time, permanent opportunity

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