HGV Cover Driver (Class 1/2) - Flexible Routes + £1k Bonus

The Dash Group; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£1,000 joining bonus

5.6 weeks holiday

Job summary

Dash Logistix Exeter (Hill Barton Depot, EX5 1DR) is seeking an HGV Cover Driver to join our busy operations. You will operate Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles, handle day and night trunking, and complete pallet collections and deliveries.

We offer £16.00 per hour with enhanced trunking rates and a £1,000 joining bonus. The role requires a valid Class 1 (C&E) licence, CPC, and a focus on safety, reliability, and excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Requires Class 1 (C+E) licence and CPC qualification.
• Experience with HGV collection, delivery or trunking pallets.
• Good knowledge of driver hours regulations and road safety.
• Reliable with good time management and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class 1 and Class 2 HGV vehicles as required.
• Carry out pallet multi-drop collection and delivery duties.
• Perform night and day trunking between depots.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Load/unload palletised goods and secure loads following safety rules.
• Use HHT for scanning consignments and reporting discrepancies.
• Comply with drivers hours, tachograph, and Working Time Directive.
• Communicate delays or route changes to operations team.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and refuel at shift end.
• Adhere to company policies and health & safety procedures.
• Provide professional customer-focused service.

Skills

Strong customer service

Professional communication

Time management

Team player

Education

Class 1 (C+E) licence

CPC qualification

Tools

Handheld Terminal (HHT) usage

Job description

Dash Logistix Exeter (Hill Barton Depot, EX5 1DR) is seeking an HGV Cover Driver to join our busy operations. You will operate Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles, handle day and night trunking, and complete pallet collections and deliveries.

We offer £16.00 per hour with enhanced trunking rates and a £1,000 joining bonus. The role requires a valid Class 1 (C&E) licence, CPC, and a focus on safety, reliability, and excellent customer service.