HGV Class 1 Driver - Barton

Hollybank Trustees Ltd

Barton-under-Needwood

On-site

GBP 21,000 - 28,000

Full time

22 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

45h/week

Bank holidays pay

Company pension

Annual health check

Daytime hours

Full training

Uniform supplied

Close-knit team

Growth opportunities

Job summary

GRS is looking for a self-motivated HGV driver to join our Barton-under-Needwood team. You will drive LGV/HGV vehicles to deliver goods, perform daily safety checks, and ensure timely, accurate documentation while maintaining high safety standards.

The role offers a permanent full-time position with a competitive hourly rate of £15.25 and overtime at 1.3x. A can-do attitude and professional conduct on customer sites are essential.

Qualifications

HGV Class 1 License with some experience.
Drivers CPC Card.
Valid Tachograph Card.

Responsibilities

Drive LGV/HGV vehicles to deliver goods to customers.
Ensure vehicle safety checks and report faults.
Keep within legal weight limits and road rules.
Represent the company professionally on the road and with customers.
Assist in yard duties when not driving or on breaks.
Complete reports and documentation accurately.

Skills

Can-do attitude

Safety conscious

Team player

Tools

HGV Class 1 License

Driver CPC Card

Tachograph Card

Job description

Location: On site / Barton-under-Needwood, Burton-on-Trent DE13 8EG, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Driver | HGV
HourlyFixed salary:£ 15.25
Salary details: +Overtime at 1.3x hourly rate

We are looking for a self-motivated, driven individual who enjoys a challenge to work alongside our energetic team in Barton. The role requires a CAN-DO attitude. We are a fast-paced business with plenty of opportunities for growth so if this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

ABOUT US

GRS is the country's number one trader of primary, recycled and secondary aggregates in the construction industry. We are unique in that we're able to source and supply materials nationwide, making use of road, rail, river and marine to get materials to wherever they're needed. We are proud to be a leader in low-carbon secondary aggregates sustainably produced and sustainably delivered!

At GRS, we do things differently.

We’rea pioneering team,shaping the future of sustainable growthin theconstruction materials supply chain.We bring solutions that others can’t see. Working here means being trusted to take action,beinggiven the freedom to make decisionsand beingsupportedbyadynamic, experiencedteam,whichvaluesrelationships and integrity. Wedothings the right way - even when it’s tough-and we invest in people whostriveto createrealopportunities. You’ll be joining a team that values honesty, bold ideas, and making a difference together.

JOB PURPOSE

To drive LGV/HGV vehicles and deliver goods and services as required. To drive company delivery vehicles and deliver its goods to customers efficiently and considerately whilst ensuring the health and safety of self, the public and other road users. To ensure the good maintenance and operation of the company’s assets and to provide excellent service to customers.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

To check the safety and condition of the vehicle at the start of each day and to record its condition using the system provided and to promptly report any faults as they occur.
To care for the company’s assets whilst in his/her charge and ensure they are used according to manufacturer’s recommendations ensuring effective long-term performance.
To ensure the vehicle is securely loaded and restrained and that the vehicle weights are within the legally permitted limits.
To drive as efficiently and productively as possible but to do so within the prevailing road traffic law.
To give due consideration to the health and safety of self, the public and other road users at all times.
To represent the company both on the road and at the customers’ premises in a professional and considerate manner at all times and to report promptly any matters likely to affect the company’s business prospects.
To assist in yard and other duties as may be required when not driving or taking legally required breaks.
To complete reports and documentations to time and as accurately as possible to assist in the management of the business.
To contribute to the wellbeing and profitability of the business as far as it depends upon him/her.
Responsibility for compliance and discharging legal duties with regards to HR and Health & Safety to promote a safe, equitable and legally compliant work place.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ROLE,