Class 1 Trip Drivers

Driver Hire Belfast; Armagh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus up to £2,000

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Sick pay

Free parking

Job summary

Driver Hire Belfast is seeking experienced Class 1 Trip Drivers to join our expanding transport operation across Ireland and the UK. Roles based from Mallusk, Armagh or Larne.

This full-time, permanent position involves UK trip work with night departures, loading, delivering to customer sites, and maintaining safety records. ADR not essential but an advantage; strong time management and vehicle care are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year's driving experience preferred.
• ADR licence advantageous but not essential.
• Good knowledge of Irish transport routes.
• Strong time management skills and punctuality.
• Professional attitude with a high standard of vehicle care, cleanliness and respect for equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate HGV vehicles safely and efficiently, adhering to all traffic regulations and company procedures.
• Carry out pre-trip vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness.
• Load and secure cargo correctly to prevent damage during transit.
• Deliver goods to designated locations while meeting delivery schedules.
• Maintain accurate records, including mileage, fuel usage and delivery documentation.
• Communicate effectively with the Operations Team.
• Keep vehicles clean and well-maintained, reporting any defects promptly.

Job description

Class 1 Trip Drivers

Location: Mallusk or Armagh
Job Type: Full-Time, perm

We are currently recruiting Class 1 Trip Driversto join our growing transport operation.

Opportunities are available for:

• UK trip work

Based from Mallusk or Armagh or Larne, successful candidates will join a professional transport team operating throughout Ireland and the UK.

Work Pattern

Week 1

• Sunday night departure
• Tuesday night departure
• Thursday night departure
• 3 trips completed

Week 2

• Monday night departure
• Wednesday night departure
• 2 trips completed

Typical Trip

• Collect trailer in Craigavon at 21:00
• Complete loading in Lisburn
• Sail on the 03:30 Belfast to Cairnryan ferry
• Drive to customer site in Haydock
• Tip and drop trailer
• Take daily rest break
• Collect reloaded trailer at approximately 22:30
• Sail on the 03:30 Cairnryan to Belfast ferry
• Deliver to Nutts Corner
• Return trailer to Craigavon

Pay & Benefits

• Up to £2,000 annual bonus earned through performance and attendance (calculated over 46 weeks)
• Full private medical and dental insurance covering the driver, partner and up to two children under 16 (after 9 months' service)
• PAYE only
• Company pension
• Sick pay
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Duties

• Operate HGV vehicles safely and efficiently, adhering to all traffic regulations and company procedures
• Carry out pre-trip vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness
• Load and secure cargo correctly to prevent damage during transit
• Deliver goods to designated locations while meeting delivery schedules
• Maintain accurate records, including mileage, fuel usage and delivery documentation
• Communicate effectively with the Operations Team
• Keep vehicles clean and well-maintained, reporting any defects promptly

Experience & Requirements

• Minimum 1 year's driving experience preferred
• ADR licence advantageous but not essential
• Good knowledge of Irish transport routes
• Strong time management skills and punctuality
• Professional attitude with a high standard of vehicle care, cleanliness and respect for equipment