Class 1 Tanker Driver

Woodside Logistics Group; Ballyclare; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking logistics group as a Class 1 Tanker Driver, where your driving expertise will be valued. You will be responsible for delivering and collecting goods for major blue-chip companies, ensuring compliance with legal standards while enjoying competitive pay. With over 50 years of experience, this company prioritizes quality and safety, offering comprehensive training and support to help you excel. Enjoy perks like a fully funded healthcare plan and opportunities for personal development. If you're ready to take your driving career to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Fully funded healthcare plan

Long service recognition

Cycle to work scheme

Opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK C+E licence and have 12 months tanker driving experience.
• Digital tachograph and driver's CPC qualification are essential.

Responsibilities

• Undertake delivery & collection of products for Woodside Tankfreight.
• Observe legal driving practices while loading and delivering goods.

Skills

HGV driving

Knowledge of drivers' hours and WTD regulations

Good standard of driving

Education

UK C+E licence

Digital tachograph card

Driver's CPC qualification card

Current ADR in Tanks

Job description

Class 1 Tanker Driver

Location: Ballynure, Co Antrim

Shift Pattern: Casual, as & when required

Who are we?

Woodside Logistics Group has over 50 years' experience of transporting between Great Britain and Ireland. There is a strong 'can do' culture within Woodside Logistics, driving us to find solutions which makes meeting our customers' needs a priority. We also place great emphasis on maintaining quality equipment, delivering quality training and applying rigorous controls. Operating across the UK and Ireland, we are proud to have one of the largest and most diverse trailer fleets in the industry.

What are we looking for?

We're looking for HGV drivers that hold a C+E licence to join our team at our operation in Ballynure. You will be undertaking the delivery & collection of products on behalf of Woodside Tankfreight and its customers.

Job Description:

The role requires general driving duties, observing current legal and best practice, delivering and collecting to/from our customers' premises. Loading and delivering of food/non-food grade goods on behalf of major blue chip companies. Full and ongoing training will be provided by our team of dedicated Driver Trainers.

Hours of work: Mon - Fri £13.93 per hour. Guaranteed 11 hours. Overnight expenses paid at £27 per night.

Essential Criteria:

1. A full UK C+E licence (essential)
2. Digital tachograph card and driver's CPC qualification card.
3. Minimum of 12 months previous class 1 Tanker driving experience.
4. Current ADR in Tanks Essential.
5. Able to maintain a good standard of driving.
6. Clean license preferable but up to a maximum of 6 points is acceptable.
7. Able to demonstrate right to work in the UK.
8. Good knowledge of drivers' hours and WTD regulations.

We Offer:

1. Competitive pay rate and allowance for nights out (if applicable).
2. Full induction and training on all aspects of the role is provided on a one-on-one basis with one of our Driver Trainers.
3. Fully funded healthcare plan with Health Shield.
4. Long service recognition.
5. Cycle to work scheme.
6. Opportunities for personal development.
7. Role specific training.

Our Diversity and Inclusion commitments:

Woodside Logistics Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to encouraging a supportive and inclusive culture amongst the whole workforce. It is within our best interest to promote diversity and eliminate discrimination in the workplace. Our aim is to ensure that all employees and job applicants are given equal opportunity and that our organisation is representative of all sections of society. Each employee will be respected and valued and able to give their best as a result. We believe in creating an inclusive environment and it's an essential part of our culture. We expect all of our employees to treat each other equally, honestly and with respect. We want our employees to trust that their differences are respected and valued so they can genuinely be themselves at work.

Please note: The company operates pre-employment drugs screening testing and any offer of employment made is conditional upon a clear screening test result.

Closing date: 18/02/2025

Location: Ballynure

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