HGV 1 Driver

Premier Placement Services; Basingstoke and Deane; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Drive new fleet of vehicles

Stable, long-term position

Job summary

Premier Placement Services is recruiting for a leading logistics company based in Whitchurch. This role runs Monday to Friday on day shifts, with temp-to-perm opportunities for the right driver operating a modern 26 tonne vehicle.

You will perform pre- and post-trip inspections, follow traffic laws and the Work Time Directive, keep records of driving hours, handle trailer swaps and deliveries, and provide excellent customer service with an early start around 04:00–06:00.

Qualifications

• HGV Class 1 licence is essential.
• CPC and Tacho Card required.
• Maximum 6 penalty points with no DR or DD offences.
• Experience with temperature controlled vehicles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive modern 26 tonne vehicles.
• Conduct vehicle inspections before and after trips.
• Comply with traffic laws and regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of driving hours and WTD compliance.
• Report incidents to the client promptly.
• Early start times around 04:00–06:00.
• Trailer swaps, deliveries and collections.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Skills

HGV Class 1 licence

CPC

Tacho Card

No DR or DD offences

Temperature controlled experience

Job description

PREMIER PLACEMENT SERVICES - RECRUITING FOR A LEADING LOGISTICS COMPANY BASED IN WHITCHURCH.

MONDAY TO FRIDAY WORK - DAYS General haulage work and trailer swaps

Temp to Perm roles on offer to the right driver.

If you are looking for a long-term ongoing role , Premier Placement Services operate a hands on approach in getting to know and understand your needs and requirements.

Why Choose us

• On-site parking available
• Drive new fleet of vehicles
• Enjoy a stable, long-term position

Role and Responsibilities

• Driving a modern fleet of 26 tonne vehicles
• Conduct thorough vehicle inspections before and after each trip
• Comply with all traffic laws and regulations
• Maintain accurate records of driving hours and Work Time Directive (WTD) compliance
• Promptly report any incidents or accidents to the client
• Day work start times round 04.00am to 06.00am.
• Little if any handball on the role.
• Trailer swaps, delivery and collection of goods
• Provide exceptional customer service

Your Qualifications

• Hold a valid HGV Class 1 licence
• Possess a current CPC and Tacho Card.
• Have a maximum of 6 penalty points on your licence with no DR or DD offences
• Experience in driving temperature controlled vehicles preferred but not essential.

Working Hours and Pay

• Monday to Friday
• Flexiable start times and shift patterns
• Rates from £16 to £22 ph
• Holiday pay on top of the hourly rate

HGV 1