HGV Driver

Perfect Placement; Eccles; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment specialist in automotive is seeking an experienced HGV Driver in Eccles, UK. The role involves safe and compliant vehicle movements, adherence to road safety legislation, and excellent customer service. Candidates are expected to have a Class 1 HGV Licence, Drivers' CPC, and Tacho card. The position offers competitive pay circa £40,500 per annum, auto-enrolment pension, 20 days holiday, and more. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply or contact the recruitment team for details.

Benefits

Auto-enrolment pension

20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Additional day off for your birthday

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Employee Assistance and wellness programmes

Branded uniform

4x death-in-service benefit

Qualifications

• Must possess a Class 1 HGV Licence.
• Need Drivers' CPC and Tacho card.
• Experience within a transport or logistics environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Safely move vehicles site-to-site and site-to-customer.
• Adhere to UK road safety laws and company policies.
• Complete pre- and post-trip vehicle checks.

Skills

Class 1 HGV Licence

Drivers' CPC and Tacho card

Experience in a transport or logistics environment

Strong attention to safety, reliability, and teamwork

Clean UK driving licence

Job description

HGV Driver Needed in Manchester

Location: Manchester
Working Hours: 48 hours across Monday‑Saturday between 06:00-18:00
Salary: Circa £40,500per annum (based weekday and enhanced Saturday/Bank Holiday rates) |Up to £15.00 per hour Monday - Friday, £22.50 per hour on Saturdays/Bank holidays

Key Responsibilities for HGV Driver

• Safe and compliant site‑to‑site and site‑to‑customer vehicle movements
• Adhering to UK road safety legislation and company policies
• Completing pre‑ and post‑trip vehicle checks
• Maintaining accurate delivery and fuel usage records
• Providing excellent customer service and contributing positively to the team

What We’re Looking For in an HGV Driver

• Class 1 HGV Licence
• Drivers' CPC and Tacho card
• Experience within a transport or logistics environment
• Strong attention to safety, reliability and teamwork
• Clean UK driving licence

Benefits for HGV Driver

• Auto‑enrolment pension
• 20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Additional day off for your birthday
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Employee Assistance and wellness programmes, including 24/7 online GP
• Branded uniform
• 4x death‑in‑service benefit

Interested in this opportunity? Apply now or speak to Cecily Calder at Perfect Placement for more details.

Perfect Placement are specialists in Automotive Recruitment. So if you are looking for a New Job in the Motor Trade, be sure to contact our team today.