HGV Class 1 Driver (Days)

Lockwood Group; Sawmills; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Free on site parking

Training opportunities including ADR/C

Pension

Job summary

The Lockwood Group is seeking professional HGV Class 1 drivers to join our team across the UK. You will operate a modern fleet, use electronic POD devices, and participate in full training. Applicants should have CPC and a valid Digi card.

The role involves Monday to Friday work with 44 hours basic per week, customer-focused deliveries, and timely communication with the Transport team. Training and pension benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Qualified HGV Class 1 (C+E) driver with CPC
• Digi card and knowledge of Tachograph and WTD rules
• Reliable, punctual with flexible approach
• Clear communication and customer service skills

Responsibilities

• Deliver goods in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain excellent levels of customer service
• Communicate with Transport team effectively
• Complete electronic POD and walk-around checks

Skills

Punctuality

Reliability

Customer service orientation

Good communication

Education

HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence with CPC

Tools

Digi tachograph knowledge

Tachograph & WTD rules

Job description

The Lockwood Group is a dynamic forward thinking family run business established in 1965, which currently has over 400 employees across 8 UK sites. The group’s activities include UK transport, distribution and storage, frozen food production and co-packing solutions.

We are currently looking for professional HGV drivers to join our team. We have a modern fleet of premium brand vehicles, fantastic training opportunities and are proud to be a DVSA Earned Recognition operator.

Pay

Range based on the below:

• Minimum of 44 hours per week (basic): £31,574.40 (£13.80 p/h)
• Average of 55 hours per week + A grade bonus achieved every month: £41,868.00
• Graded driver performance bonus (Grade A - D) worth up to £2,400.00 per annum

The Role

• Monday - Friday, 44 hours basic week
• General Haulage
• Use of the latest technology i.e. electronic POD devices, electronic walk around checks (full training will be provided).
• To maintain excellent levels customer service
• To ensure accurate and timely communication with the Transport team
• To deliver goods in a timely and professional manner

We Offer

• Training opportunities available to develop existing skills i.e. ADR, driver assessor, FLT licences.
• Very well presented modern fleet
• Funded CPC training
• Workplace pension
• Full PPE & uniform provided
• 28 days annual leave
• Free on site parking.

Refer a Friend Incentive

Earn rewards for helping us grow our team!

• £250 for you + £250 for the new starter
• Payable after the new starter completes 3 months’ continuous service.

You Need

• Candidates will be a fully qualified HGV Class 1 (C+E) driver with a CPC, valid Digi card and a good understanding of Tachograph and WTD rules.
• You will be reliable and punctual and have a flexible approach
• Good verbal communication with excellent customer service skills and a professional approach
• Previous Class 1 experience is preferred but not essential.

Newly passed Class 1 HGV drivers are welcome to apply. We have a team of driver assessors/mentors that will provide full training and guidance.