Heavy Goods Driver

Nicholas Associates Group Limited; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime rates

Consistent hours

Day/night shifts

Shift patterns

Permanent opportunities

Stable business

Career progression

Job summary

Nicholas Associates Group Limited is recruiting Tug Drivers and Container Drivers to join a well-established, growing operation with permanent contracts, consistent hours and attractive overtime. You will move containers and trailers between ports, rail terminals and customer sites, maintain high safety standards and professionalism, and support a dependable service.

Day and night shifts are available with 6am–6pm and 6pm–6am patterns, offering long-term career progression within the logistics

Qualifications

• Class 1 licence preferred but not essential depending on site requirements.
• Container driving experience beneficial but not essential.
• Strong focus on safety and attention to detail.
• Reliable and professional approach to work.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate tug vehicles, Class 1 vehicles and articulated units.
• Move containers and trailers across ports, terminals and customer sites.
• Carry out container collections, deliveries and trailer movements.
• Complete daily vehicle and equipment checks.
• Follow all company, driver and health & safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and report any defects or issues promptly.
• Work closely with operational teams to ensure freight is moved efficiently.
• Deliver a professional and reliable service at all times.

Skills

Class 1 licence

Container driving

Safety focus

Reliability

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Job description

Tug Driver / Container Driver

Looking for a new challenge within the container and logistics sector? We are currently recruiting for Tug Drivers and Container Drivers to join a well-established and growing operation. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a permanent position with consistent hours, excellent overtime rates and genuine long-term career prospects.

The Role

As a Tug Driver / Container Driver, you will play a key role in the movement of containers across busy operational sites, ensuring freight moves safely, efficiently and on schedule. You will be responsible for transporting containers and trailers between ports, rail terminals and customer locations whilst maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Safely operate tug vehicles, Class 1 vehicles and articulated units.
• Move containers and trailers across ports, terminals and customer sites.
• Carry out container collections, deliveries and trailer movements.
• Complete daily vehicle and equipment checks.
• Follow all company, driver and health & safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and report any defects or issues promptly.
• Work closely with operational teams to ensure freight is moved efficiently.
• Deliver a professional and reliable service at all times.

What We Are Looking For

• Class 1 (C+E) Licence preferred, but not essential depending on site requirements
• Container driving experience beneficial but not essential
• Strong focus on safety and attention to detail
• Reliable and professional approach to work
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

What's on Offer?

• Excellent overtime rates to maximise earning potential
• Consistent weekly hours
• Day and night shifts available
• 6am to 6pm and 6pm to 6am shift patterns
• Permanent opportunities available
• Stable and growing business
• Long-term career progression within the logistics and ports sector

Salary & Benefits

• £48,000 - £51,000 plus overtime
• Consistent work throughout the year
• Training and development opportunities
• Long-term career prospects within the logistics industry

Whether you are an experienced Tug Driver, Container Driver, Shunter Driver, or an HGV Class 1 Driver looking to move into the container sector, we would be keen to hear from you.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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