HGV Driver

Explore Transport; Greater London; On-site; GBP 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport services provider in Greater London is seeking experienced drivers for various shift patterns. The role offers a competitive annual salary of approximately £56,000, along with paid breaks, meal allowances, and ongoing training. Candidates must have a C+E licence and at least 12 months of previous flatbed experience. The position includes career development opportunities and a permanent, secure role within the company.

Benefits

Paid breaks

Daily meal & night out allowance

Generous holiday allowance

Ongoing training and upskilling

Career development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Drive and deliver goods based on the shift pattern.
• Ensure safe loading and unloading of deliveries.
• Adhere to all traffic laws and safety regulations.

Skills

Flatbed experience

GPS navigation skills

Organizational skills

Load and unload securely

Adhere to traffic laws

Construction logistics knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Full UK driving licence

Valid CPC & tacho card

Job description

Explore are a FORS Gold accredited specialist supplier of Transportservices to a wide range of industries including construction, rail and aerospace.

We strive to be the industry leader and deliver best in class levels of safety, service, and efficiency. Our Transport division combines over 50 years of construction logistics and haulage expertise.

The Vacancy

We are currently recruiting for drivers to join our team on the following shift pattern - Monday to Friday, Tuesday to Saturday or Sunday to Thursday.

Annual salary: Approximately £56,000 a year (based on a 50-55 hour working week with 2 additional weekend shifts every 3 weeks, plus driver allowances where applicable)

Hourly Rate: £14.50 basic rate (rising to £15.00 after 18 months and £15.50 after 36 months), £15.50 night rate (hours between 6pm and 6am)

C+E Licence Required.

What we offer

• Paid breaks
• 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

• 12 month previous flatbed experience required
• 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 construction logistics knowledge / experience (preferred)
• Have good communication skills to quickly understand instructions including movement orders and liaise effectively with colleagues and customers

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence
• Valid CPC & tacho card

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

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