HGV Driver

The Best Connection; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Bedford seeks Full Time Class 1 and 2 Drivers to deliver goods across the UK. Applicants must hold a full UK C/C+E licence, have good driving knowledge, and demonstrate excellent communication and customer service skills. The position offers competitive pay, ongoing assignment stability, and potential for permanent placement after a trial period.

Benefits

Pension Contributions

28 days paid holiday (pro rata)

Weekly Pay

24/7 consultant contact

Online Payslips up to 48 hours before pay

Qualifications

• No more than 6 points on your licence.
• No previous disqualifications (DD, TT, DR, CD, IN).
• Good knowledge of drivers hours and WTD regulations.

Responsibilities

• General driving duties between customer's premises and other locations.
• Delivering products on behalf of the customer.
• Assisting with loading and unloading if required.

Skills

Good communication

Customer service

Education

Full UK C/C+E licence

CPC Driver Qualification Card

Digi-Card

Job description

The Best Connection are currently looking for Full Time Class 1 and 2 Drivers for a logistics company based in Bedford. Drivers will be responsible for delivering goods across the UK.

Details

• Drivers will be required to undertake an assessment prior to placement
• Monday to Friday 04.00am - 16.00pm start
• Temporary to Permanent opportunity following successful trial period

Rates of pay

• Basic pay rate - 20.00 per hour
• 27.00 per hour on a Bank Holidays

Job description

• General driving duties, observing current legal and best practice delivering and collection to/from the customer's premises or other locations
• Delivering products on behalf of the customer
• Use of electronic POD and up to date technology (full training provided if required)
• Assisting with loading and unloading if required
• Good communication and customer service

Requirements of the LGV/HGV Class 1 Driver

• A full UK C/C+E licence (essential)
• No more than 6 points on your licence
• No previous disqualifications (DD,TT,DR,CD,IN)
• Good knowledge of drivers hours and WTD regulations

Other benefits of working with The Best Connection

• Pension Contributions
• 28 days paid holiday (pro rata)
• Weekly Pay
• 24/7 contact with friendly and helpful consultants
• Online Payslips up to 48 hours before pay

Ongoing assignment

Benefits & Requirements

• 28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
• CPC Driver Qualification Card
• Digi-Card Required
• Driving licence required
• Licence - Category C
• Licence - Category C+E

• Induction Training
• Ongoing Assignment
• Overtime Available
• Pension Scheme
• Possible permanent position following a successful trial period
• Shift Premiums
• Training Provided