HGV C+E Container Driver

i4 Recruitment; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A transport company is seeking an experienced HGV C+E Container Driver for a permanent role based in Southend-On-Sea. The driver will work weekdays with a focus on efficiently delivering containers from major ports. The position offers modern trucks and various benefits, including paid parking and holiday allowance. Clear communication and adherence to DVSA regulations are essential. This opportunity is ideal for those looking to join a friendly, family-run business with a strong reputation.

Benefits

Weekly pay

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Optional pension plan

Your own truck

Paid parking at services

Qualifications

• Valid HGV C+E driving license.
• Experience with container transport preferred.
• Ability to manage driver's hours.

Responsibilities

• Travel around the UK to deliver and collect containers.
• Communicate with customers upon arrival.
• Manage driving hours in compliance with DVSA laws.

Skills

Clear communication skills

Time management

Ability to comply with DVSA laws

Job description

HGV C+E Container Driver

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Location: Southend-On-Sea, Essex

Salary: £845 per week - Monday-Friday

We are looking for container drivers to work out of Felixstowe, Tilbury, and London Gateway Ports. We can base you in transport depots in Southend‑On‑Sea or Tilbury. We are looking for drivers that can night out in the vehicle Monday to Friday.

This is a permanent position working for a transport company, not an agency.

The trucks available are modern XL cab trucks (Volvo or DAF) that are equipped with fridges. Each of which is valeted prior to a new driver going into the vehicle.

Benefits:

• Pay is weekly.
• You receive your own truck.
• You will need to park in the services when loaded. This is paid for by us, we have a SNAP account.
• We have modern XL cab trucks (Volvo or DAF) that are equipped with fridges.
• Our own workshops are there to help deal with any defects you may have, but all of our trucks are kept to a high standard -- just check out our website or facebook page and see for yourself.
• We valet our trucks before any new driver works in them.
• This is a permanent position in a friendly, family run business that has ex‑drivers in the office managing the operation.
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays per year.
• A pension plan is optional with your employment.

About the role:

• You will be employed and paid by Unitruc Ltd. We will be your point of contact for all operational work and if you have any issues with the truck or what the customer is asking of you.
• Travelling all over the UK, keeping on top of customers' requirements, communicating clearly and in appropriate time, managing your driver's hours and complying with the laws set out by the DVSA.

Required for the job:

• Start times for the week will be issued the week prior, outlining where you need to be and at what time.
• You will drive to one of our Essex depots Monday morning (dependant on where you are based), park your car securely and begin your weeks work, ensuring you call the customer upon arrival to your first drop/collection (all numbers and other relevant info will be issued to you on employment).
• Your jobs will continue to be allocated to you throughout the week, communication with us is essential -- any delays, issues or relevant information needs to be passed on.
• You will be travelling to and from Felixstowe, Tilbury or London Gateway ports delivering and collecting containers whilst sleeping out in the week or returning to your depot if agreed with your manager.