HGV Class 1 ADR Relief Driver

TipTopJob; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

26 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Workplace pension

Training provided

Modern trucks

Job summary

The HGV Class 1 ADR Relief Driver role is a permanent day-shift position on the Kuehne+Nagel contract at East Midlands Gateway. You will work on both Class 1 and Class 2 operations, with full training provided to help you gain confidence and mileage.

Role involves trunking, deliveries, and trailer swaps on a fixed day pattern. ADR is advantageous but not essential as training is offered. Night outs are possible but unlikely.

Qualifications

• A valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence: recently qualified drivers welcome.
• ADR licence preferred, training provided.
• Up-to-date CPC card.
• Digital tachograph competency may be required.
• Willingness to learn and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Trunking with trailer swaps, including deliveries and collections to commercial premises.
• Deliveries to client sites on the East Midlands Gateway contract.
• Maintain secure loads and comply with road transport regulations.
• Complete ADR deliveries where required, with training provided if not currently held.

Skills

HGV driving

ADR Licence

CPC card

Digital tachograph

Safety conscious

Job description

HGV Class 1 ADR Relief Driver : Day Shift (East Midlands Gateway)

A permanent Day shift relief position on our dedicated Kuehne+Nagel contract at East Midlands Gateway, covering both Class 1 and Class 2 work. Newly passed Class 1 drivers are welcome : we offer extra training and experience to help you build your confidence and mileage.

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent : fixed Day shift

Location: Kuehne + Nagel, East Midlands Gateway

Hours: Guaranteed minimum of 48 hours a week, plus overtime available. Night outs are possible but unlikely.

Salary: A GBP 896.54 per week, including 5 hours guaranteed overtime. Additional overtime available.

Why Drive For Us

• Pay is weekly.
• 26 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays per year.
• Workplace pension provided.
• Training given where needed.
• Modern, automatic Euro 6 Volvo and Renault trucks.

The Role : HGV Class 1 ADR Relief Driver

• Youll work directly on our customers contract on a fixed Day shift pattern, covering both Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles as required.
• Our client is your point of contact for operational and trailer issues; any vehicle or other work:related issues are dealt with by us directly.
• Full training is given to familiarise you with the role and get you settled in.
• These roles are independent and suit drivers who like to think for themselves.
• ADR deliveries are part of this job, so a current ADR licence is a strong advantage : but its not essential, as well provide training to the right candidates.

The role typical involves trunking with trailer swaps, along with deliveries and collections to commercial premises. All loads must be safely strapped and secured in line with company and legal requirements. Any delays or issues should be communicated promptly to the customer to maintain service standards.

What Youll Need for the HGV Class 1 ADR Relief Driver role

• A keen, efficient approach and sound safe working practices.
• A valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence : recently qualified drivers welcome.
• A valid digital tachograph.
• Up:to:date CPC card.
• ADR licence preferred, all classes except 1 and 7 (not required : training available).

We pride ourselves on being a family:run company and looking after our staff in a fair and conscientious manner. In return, we expect the same level of pride from our drivers when it comes to our vehicles, trailers and the responsibility they have to our customers and their associated work.