HGV Driver

TN United Kingdom; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Felixstowe is seeking experienced drivers to join their team. The role involves operating Category 2 Heavy Haulage vehicles, ensuring safe loading and unloading, and adhering to traffic regulations. The company offers training, career development, and a generous holiday allowance, making it an attractive opportunity for qualified drivers looking for stability and growth in their careers.

Benefits

Daily meal & night out allowance

Full PPE provided

Generous holiday allowance

Ongoing training to maintain full CPC hours

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years proven experience as an HGV driver.
• Previous experience driving in Europe.

Responsibilities

• Drive Category 2 Heavy Haulage vehicles.
• Load/unload and secure plant on construction sites.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Time Management

Communication

Education

Full UK driving licence

Tools

GPS Navigation Systems

Job description

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Explore Plant and Transport Solutions are recruiting on behalf of East Suffolk Logistics

East Suffolk Logistics are specialists in providing innovative and cost-effective international transport solutions. Our international fleet consists of 25+ tractor units and a fleet of specialist trailers to meet your needs. Supported by our qualified team of haulage experts, East Suffolk Logistics is on hand to meet our customers’ transport requirements.

We are currently recruiting for drivers to join our team on the following shift pattern - Monday to Friday.

Crucial experience driving Category 2 Heavy Haulage vehicles. Loading/unloading and securing plant, working on construction site, following movement orders.

C+E Licence Required.

What we offer

• Daily meal & night out allowance (where applicable)
• Full PPE provided
• Generous holiday allowance plus statutory bank holiday and service-related increase
• Ongoing training to maintain full CPC hours
• Full ongoing training/upskilling
• Career development and the opportunity for internal progression
• Service-related pay increases at 18 & 36 months.

Skills/Knowledge

• Fully competent HGV driver with a minimum 2 years proven experience
• Previous experience driving in Europe
• Ability to read and interpret maps and use GPS navigation systems effectively
• Strong organisational and time management skills to meet delivery deadlines
• Load and unload securely and efficiently, ensuring proper securing techniques are applied
• Adhere to all traffic laws, road regulations and road safety standards while operating the vehicle
• Have good communication skills to quickly understand instructions including movement orders and liaise effectively with colleagues and customers.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence
• NPORS, CSCS, Lorry Loader, IPAF (preferred).

This is a permanent position, subject to a successful probation period

Please be advised we reserve the right to close the advert early.