HGV CLASS 1 TRAMPER DRIVER

Strive Supply Chain; Preston; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Strive Supply Chain is seeking an experienced Class 1 HGV Tramper Driver to safely transport customer goods from collection to delivery sites, often spending nights out in a dedicated HGV vehicle. You must perform safety checks, complete paperwork, and comply with tachograph and driving-hour regulations.

The role requires curtain-sider experience, in-date CPC, and a UK C+E licence, with knowledge of load security and highway rules.

Qualifications

• Curtain-sider trailer experience required.
• In-date CPC.
• 2+ years HGV driving experience preferred.
• Full UK C+E (Class 1) licence held.
• Good understanding of UK road network and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of tachograph, driving hours and WTD regulations.
• Load security awareness.
• UK road law knowledge/Highway Code.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport goods from collection to delivery sites while spending nights out in a dedicated HGV vehicle.
• Perform loading/unloading and safety checks; complete paperwork accurately.
• Adhere to tachograph rules, driving-hour regulations and KPI-driven workloads.

Skills

HGV driving

Curtain-sider trailer

Tachograph regulations

CPC certified

UK road knowledge

Load security

Plan workloads

Night driving

Education

UK Class 1 licence (C+E)

Job description

CLASS 1 HGV TRAMPER DRIVER - URGENT!

Location: Fulwood, PR2

£55k - £59k all in

Allocated your own modern / new unit, to full specification for your comfort and requirements.

Monday - Friday shift pattern + all nights are guaranteed

Client Summary

We are delighted to assist this long-established, family-owned, multi-sector transport company in their search for an additional Class 1 HGV Tramper driver. From 2 depots they offer a range of services including UK wide transport / haulage services, DVSA test facilities & Repair & Maintenance services.

Distribution services include General Haulage across the UK , High-Cube Curtain-Sider Trailer Transport ,24/7 Operational Coverage, Planning teams supporting out-of-hours operations, Contract Transport & Dedicated Coverage & Full Load Distribution

Note all applications are being sent directly to the client to speed up the application process.

Summary

The purpose of the role is to safely transport customer goods from collection to delivery sites, spending nights out in a dedicated HGV vehicle through the course of your shift pattern. Ensuring compliance and health and safety is conducted at all times. Requiring a professional and safety conscious attitude.

Ensure safe and efficient loading of your vehicle, carry out all necessary safety checks using an app and ensure customer paperwork is completed accurately and returned to the office.

Experience & knowledge needed

• Curtain sided trailer experience
• In-date CPC
• 2 years+ (preferred) of HGV driving experience
• Full UK C+E (Class 1) licence
• Good understanding of UK Road Network and Health & Safety procedures
• Understand and comply to tachograph and driving hour regulations
• Knowledge of drivers hours, tachograph and WTD legislation
• Understanding of load security
• UK road law knowledge / highway code
• Clean licence preferred, no serious endorsements
• Prioritise and plan workloads in line with company KPI's
• Operate vehicles ensuring optimisation of revenue
• Ability to adapt in a changing environment

Working conditions

Driving based role, allocated own unit, vehicle must be kept clean and tidy.

Physical requirements

Opening of curtains on trailer, ability to climb on and off a trailer (no manual handling)

Key Performance Indicators

Customer Service

This is a fantastic opportunity - we look forward to your application.