HGV Class 1 Driver

Wincanton; Falkirk; On-site; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Wincanton is seeking a HGV Class 1 Lorry Driver for a permanent role in Falkirk. The position involves driving various crane vehicles, providing excellent customer service, and ensuring vehicle maintenance. The role offers competitive pay, benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Uniform

Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Driver Awards and Recognition

Discounts at Various High Street Stores

Wellbeing Programmes

Continuous Training

Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Experience with cranes/drawbars is desirable.
• Must have a valid C+E Class 1 licence and CPC.

Responsibilities

• Deliver customer orders to building sites and homes.
• Operate crane vehicles and ensure daily vehicle maintenance.
• Prioritize health and safety and comply with customer requirements.

Skills

Customer Service

Timekeeping

English Communication

Geographical Knowledge

Reliability

Flexibility

Education

C+E Class 1 licence

CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Tools

HIAB

Palfinger Roll Loader

Fixed-Mounted Cranes

Brick Grab

Job description

PERMANENT ROLE - MONDAY TO FRIDAY - £43,195.00 PER ANNUM

Wincanton is recruiting a HGV Class 1 Lorry Driver to join our team at the Falkirk site. You will be driving a mix of crane vehicles, drawbar, and rigid crane vehicles.

• Permanent position
• £43,195.00 per annum
• Monday to Friday
• 48 hours per week
• Start times between 04:00 - 06:00
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

How will you contribute?

• Deliver customer orders to building sites and homes, maintaining a positive attitude and excellent customer service skills.
• Operate crane vehicles and ensure daily vehicle maintenance and cleanliness.
• Prioritize health and safety, comply with customer requirements, and be punctual for on-time deliveries.
• Work various shifts, including day/night, with overtime and occasional weekends.

What will you bring?

• Valid C+E Class 1 licence
• Valid CPC
• Digital tachograph card
• No more than 6 points on your licence
• Experience with cranes/drawbars is desirable
• HIAB, Palfinger roll loader, fixed-mounted cranes, or brick grab experience is advantageous
• Excellent customer-facing skills
• Good timekeeping and ability to work independently
• Enthusiastic, reliable, and flexible with a can-do attitude
• Good English communication and writing skills
• Good geographical knowledge

Benefits include:

• Uniform
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Driver awards and recognition
• Discounts at various high street stores and restaurants
• Wellbeing programmes and initiatives
• Continuous training, including DCPC and license upgrades after probation
• Referral bonus of £1,000 per driver referred (conditions apply)

Our Culture & Benefits

We value our people and offer a friendly, safety-first environment, with benefits like pension, holidays, discounts, onsite parking, and career development opportunities. We promote a diverse and inclusive workplace where colleagues can thrive and grow.

Our Values: We're Thoughtful, We're Aiming High, and We're Prepared.

Our Commitment

We are dedicated to equality and inclusion, supporting colleagues to be their authentic selves. We are proud of our diverse workforce and welcome your application.

More about us: Wincanton is a leading supply chain partner in the UK, with over 20,000 colleagues across 200+ sites, providing critical logistics and supply chain services for major businesses.