HGV Class 1 Driver

Evans Jones Associates Ltd; Holyhead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider based in Holyhead is looking for HGV Class 1 drivers for a temporary role of 2 to 6 weeks. The position requires drivers with a valid LGV Licence and at least 2 years of experience on UK roads, emphasizing safety and excellent customer service. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with transport legislation, securing products during transit, and maintaining vehicle cleanliness. Join a modern fleet with supportive transport planners available.

Benefits

Company contributory scheme

Modern fleet

Supportive transport planners

Qualifications

• Current and valid LGV Licence.
• At least 2 years of experience driving on UK roads.
• Understanding of drivers’ hours regulations and tachograph.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and customer site rules are followed.
• Secure products during transit.
• Drive defensively and fuel efficiently.
• Maintain traffic legislation adherence.
• Provide exceptional customer service.

Skills

Driving competence

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Evans Jones Associates are delighted to be working alongside our new client based in Holyhead

About our client

Our client is part of one of the country’s leading privately-owned companies, and are a major provider of haulage, distribution and logistics services throughout the UK and Ireland.

Our client is proud to be working with some of the biggest brands in Europe.

About the HGV Class 1 driver role:

An opportunity has arisen to join this fantastic operation for around 2 to 6 weeks. Tramping 22:00 Start.

We are looking for first-class drivers that have a high level of driving competence and drive safely and with respect for the environment and the public.

HGV Class 1 Driver Responsibilities:

• Ensure all aspects safety and customer site rules are adhered to.
• Responsible for the security of any products carried whilst in transit.
• To drive defensively and fuel efficiently at all times.
• Ensuring all delivery and collection notes and paperwork are correct.
• Provide accurate paperwork relevant to debriefing of allocated jobs.
• Ensuring all transport legislation including driver’s hours and vehicle defect reporting is adhered to.
• Provide an exceptional standard of service to our customers.
• To carry out any other reasonable request as detailed by the Transport Management Team.
• Maintain cleanliness of company vehicles and wear Uniform and any PPE provided
• Modern Fleet
• Company contributory scheme
• Limited and PAYE Drivers Welcome
• Helpful and respectable transport planners on hand to support

HGV Class 1 Driver Requirements:

• A current and valid LGV Licence
• At least 2 years of experience driving on UK roads
• An understanding of the law relating to drivers’ hours regulations and tachograph
• The ability to work with minimum supervision
• Good communication and organisational skills