HGV Class 1 Driver

Simarco International; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £42,000 p.a.

25 days annual leave

8 bank holidays

Company Pension Scheme

Refer a friend scheme

Uniform and PPE provided

Driver CPC and ADR training after prob

Discount platform

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Learning Management System

Mental health forum

Job summary

Simarco International is a leading logistics provider in the UK and beyond, offering bespoke freight solutions across the UK and Europe. We are seeking an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver to join our team, handling palletised freight with emphasis on safety, compliance and reliable customer service.

The driver will manage collections and deliveries across various locations, plan efficient routes, maintain vehicle condition and complete PODs and delivery notes as required.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 (C+E) licence and Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Experience of HGV Class 1 driving is essential.
• Knowledge of vehicle weights and legal limits.
• Familiar with Drivers’ Hours and Working Time Directive and road laws.
• Understanding of Construction and Use Regulations.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work unsupervised under pressure.
• Flexible and reliable with varying hours.

Responsibilities

• Delivery and collection of customers’ freight to and from various locations.
• Multi-drop deliveries and collections.
• Supervise loading to ensure safe securing of goods.
• Ensure correct goods and quantities are loaded/unloaded.
• Plan each day and route for cost and operational efficiency.
• Process and return Delivery Notes and PODs.

Skills

HGV Class 1 experience

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Knowledge of WTD & regulations

Secure vehicle loading

Reliable and adaptable

Good route planning

Job description

Hours: Monday to Fridays only - Full Time / 45 hours per week (Day shift)

Simarco is an award-winning international logistics provider, driven by a deep understanding of the fast-paced nature of global trade. We specialise in delivering bespoke freight solutions across the UK, Europe, and worldwide, offering flexible, fully tailored services that are designed to meet the unique needs of our clients.

We are seeking a dependable and experienced HGV Class 1 Driver to join our team. The ideal candidate will be confident in operating palletised vehicles and skilled in managing collections and deliveries of customer freight in various locations. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced driver who takes pride in delivering outstanding service while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.

Here at Simarco, we believe that people are the heart of our business. It is their professionalism, dedication and experience that continues to be at the core of our success!

The Simarco Culture and values…

~ Communication ~ Innovation ~ Accountability ~ Integrity ~

Key Skills and Qualifications to succeed in this role:

• Valid Class 1 (C+E) Licence/Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tacho Card
• Experience of HGV Class 1 driving essential
• Vehicle weights and legal limits
• Drivers’ Hours and Working Time Directive Regulations/Road Traffic Laws
• Construction and Use Regulations
• Effective communicator and ability to work unsupervised and under pressure
• Flexible approach to hours of work and consistently reliable and dependable

• Delivery and collection of customers’ freight as assigned by the Transport Office to and from various locations and regions
• Multi-drop delivery and collections
• Supervise the loading of your vehicle so that products are safely loaded and secured to minimise chances of damage
• Ensure the correct goods and quantity of goods are loaded and unloaded
• Plan you day and route in the most cost and operationally effective manner
• Present, process and return customers Delivery Notes
• Secure and return Proof of Delivery advice notes (POD) electronic and/or manual
• Inform the Transport Office of any delays to or whilst at work
• Maintain your vehicle (inside and out) in a clean and very tidy condition
• Refuel your vehicle daily in accordance with Company Procedure

We can offer you:

• We offer a highly competitive salary of up to £42,000 per annum
• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays
• Company Pension Scheme
• Refer a friend scheme
• Uniform and Company paid PPE
• Continuous training, including driver CPC and ADR after probation.
• Cover the cost of driver medicals
• Discount platform – hundreds of lifestyle and retail discounts!
• Full training and support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Engagement Forum
• Learning Management System for continuous learning
• Mental health forum in place to support with well being

Now’s your chance to hit the road with a company that values your experience, supports your development, and rewards your reliability.

Simarco International is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and a respectful working environment. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, and we value the unique perspectives that a diverse workforce brings.We are driven by our core values of Integrity, Communication, Accountability, and Innovation, which influence how we work, collaborate, and grow as a business.