HGV Driver

RecruitmentiQ; Drem; On-site; GBP 41,548,000 - 45,048,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Porter support

Full-time hours

Job summary

RECRUITMENTiQ is partnering with a Scotland-based business to recruit an experienced HGV Driver for our Drem, East Lothian team. You will perform multi-drop deliveries across Edinburgh, East Lothian and throughout Scotland, ensuring goods are transported safely and efficiently.

We offer a competitive hourly rate starting at £14.50, overtime at 1.5x, and stable full-time hours with porter support for deliveries.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV licence (essential).
• Experience in a similar driving role.
• Ability to carry out medium to heavy lifting.
• Strong knowledge of road safety and compliance regulations.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Flexible hours, including weekends during peak periods.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled multi-drop deliveries across designated routes
• Load and unload vehicles as required
• Work alongside a porter when necessary to complete deliveries
• Ensure deliveries are completed in a timely and professional manner
• Adhere to all driving regulations, including driver hours and safety compliance
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and report any issues promptly

Skills

Valid HGV licence

Experience in driving role

Medium to heavy lifting

Road safety and compliance knowledge

Time management and organisation

Flexible hours including weekends

Job description

RECRUITMENTiQ is working in partnership with a business that has been providing quality catering equipment hire across Scotland since 1880. With over 135 years of experience, we are proud to support events of every size, from private functions to large-scale corporate occasions, delivering a reliable and professional service to our customers throughout Scotland.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV Driver to join our team based in Drem, East Lothian. This role involves multi-drop deliveries across Edinburgh, East Lothian and throughout Scotland, ensuring goods are transported safely, efficiently and professionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled multi-drop deliveries across designated routes
• Load and unload vehicles as required
• Work alongside a porter when necessary to complete deliveries
• Ensure all deliveries are completed in a timely and professional manner
• Adhere to all driving regulations, including driver hours and safety compliance
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and report any issues promptly

Experience and Skills

• Valid HGV licence (essential)
• Previous experience in a similar driving role
• Ability to carry out medium to heavy lifting
• Strong knowledge of road safety and compliance regulations
• Good time management and organisational skills
• Flexible approach to working hours, including weekends during peak periods

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate starting at £14.50
• Overtime paid at 1.5x standard rate
• Stable, full-time hours
• Supportive working environment with assistance from a porter on deliveries