HGV Driver

Explore Transport Limited; Winsford; On-site; GBP 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that prides itself on delivering top-notch transport solutions across various industries. This permanent position offers a competitive salary with opportunities for career development and internal progression. You will be part of a dedicated team that values safety and efficiency, working in a dynamic environment where your skills will be honed through ongoing training. With generous holiday allowances and service-related pay increases, this role is perfect for those looking to grow within a reputable firm. If you have a passion for driving and logistics, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Daily meal & night out allowance

Full PPE provided

Generous holiday allowance

Ongoing training to maintain full CPC hours

Career development opportunities

Service-related pay increases

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required for driving duties.
• Knowledge of construction logistics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles while adhering to traffic laws and safety standards.
• Load and unload cargo securely and efficiently.

Skills

Flatbed experience

GPS navigation systems

Organisational skills

Time management skills

Load and unload techniques

Traffic laws knowledge

Construction logistics knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Explore Plant and Transport Solutions are a FORS Gold accredited specialist supplier of Transport and Plant Hire services 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, and our Plant division boasts one of the largest, most diverse and modern ranges of plant equipment, small tools, formwork and falsework systems.

We are currently recruiting for drivers to join our team on the following trampingshift pattern- Monday to Friday and 4 On 4 Off.

Annual salary:Approximately £54,000 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:£12.85basic rate (rising to £13.35 after 18 months and £13.85after 36 months), £13.85night rate (hours between 6pm and 6am)

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

• Flatbed experience (preferred)
• 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

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

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