HGV Driver

Redcorn Ltd; South Ockendon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Free parking

On-site parking

Job summary

Redcorn Ltd in Purfleet, Essex is seeking reliable HGV Class 1 (C+E) and Class 2 (C) drivers for full‑time, permanent positions based at the yard.

You will load, secure and transport vehicles, perform daily safety checks and paperwork, with overtime opportunities and options for newly qualified drivers.

The role requires dedication, punctuality and good communication with customers and colleagues, with occasional travel as needed and a supportive, friendly team environment.

Qualifications

• Reliable, punctual and professional attitude.
• Good time management skills.
• Good communication with customers and colleagues.
• Willingness to learn loading and securing procedures.
• Ability to carry out daily vehicle checks and complete paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading vehicles safely onto car transporters.
• Securing vehicles correctly to ensure safe transportation.
• Transporting and delivering vehicles to designated locations.
• Carrying out daily vehicle safety checks and inspections.
• Ensuring all vehicles are handled carefully and professionally.
• Completing relevant delivery paperwork and transport documentation.
• Following UK road safety regulations and transport legislation.
• Maintaining a professional and courteous attitude with customers and colleagues.
• Ensuring the transporter is kept clean, tidy and in good working condition.

Skills

Reliability

Time management

Communication

Education

HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence

Category C Licence

Category C1 Licence

Driver CPC qualification

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

Date posted: October 27, 2026

Pay: From £700.00 per week TAKE HOME PLUS overtime

Overtime Opportunities | Full-Time Positions

We are currently recruiting HGV Class 1 (C+E) and Class 2 (C) Car Transporter Drivers to join our team based at our yard in Purfleet, Essex.

We are looking for reliable, hardworking and professional drivers to assist with the safe loading, securing, transportation and delivery of vehicles to various locations.

Newly qualified drivers are welcome to apply, and previous car transporter experience is not essential. Whether you are an experienced car transporter driver or have recently passed your HGV test, we would be happy to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading vehicles safely onto car transporters.
• Securing vehicles correctly to ensure safe transportation.
• Transporting and delivering vehicles to designated locations.
• Carrying out daily vehicle safety checks and inspections.
• Ensuring all vehicles are handled carefully and professionally.
• Completing relevant delivery paperwork and transport documentation.
• Following UK road safety regulations and transport legislation.
• Maintaining a professional and courteous attitude when dealing with customers and colleagues.
• Ensuring the transporter is kept clean, tidy and in good working condition.

Working Hours

6:00am – 3:00pm or 7:00am – 4:00pm, depending on operational requirements.

Overtime opportunities available.

Based from our yard.

3months experienced Class 1 and Class 2 drivers will also be considered.

What We Offer

• From £700 per week TAKE HOME PLUS overtime.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Ongoing work opportunities.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in vehicle transportation.
• Friendly and supportive working environment.
• Opportunity for newly qualified drivers to develop their skills.

Ability to commute/relocate:

Ockendon RM15 4YE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required).

Grays, Essex: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Language:

United Kingdom (required)

Language: English (required)

Job Types:

Full-time, Permanent

Willingness to travel:

100% (required).

Benefits

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Licence/Certification:

• Category CE Licence (preferred).
• Category C Licence (required).
• Category C1 Licence (required).

Requirements

RequirementsValid HGV Class 1 (C+E) or Class 2 (C) driving licence.Valid Driver CPC qualification.Valid Digital Tachograph Card.Good understanding of UK road safety and driving regulations.Reliable, punctual and professional attitude.Good communication and time management skills.Willingness to learn car transporter loading and securing procedures.Ability to carry out daily vehicle checks and complete relevant paperwork.Careful and responsible approach when handling vehicles.Previous car transporter experience is not essential. Training and guidance can be provided for suitable candidates.Ability to commute/relocate:Ockendon RM15 4YE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required).Language:English (required).Licence/Certification:Category CE Licence (preferred).Category C Licence (required).Category C1 Licence (required).