HGV Driver - Kings Lynn

ALGECO UK LIMITED; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Medical Cash Scheme

Paid Volunteer Days

Job summary

ALGECO UK LIMITED is seeking a skilled HGV Driver to safely operate lorries with draw bar trailers and lorry loaders, delivering and collecting hire fleet units from client sites.

Based at Kings Lynn Depot with potential to support other service centres, you will follow lift plans, maintain accurate paperwork, and ensure compliance with Driver Hours regulations.

Qualifications

• Qualified lorry loader operator (CSCS/ALLMI).
• Training provided for Appointed Person qualification.
• Full, clean HGV Class 1 licence (C+E).
• Proven experience operating HGVs with trailers and lorry loaders.
• Strong understanding of crane operations and site lift procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to accurately complete documentation.
• Ability to work independently, safely, and efficiently.
• Knowledge of Driver Hours Regulations, tachograph recording, and transport legislation.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate HGV vehicles to deliver and collect hire fleet units.
• Follow lift plans to ensure safe onsite actions.
• Inspect units on handover and on collection.
• Move units safely on client sites.
• Maintain tachograph records and delivery paperwork.
• Adhere to Driver Hours Regulations and road safety rules.
• Support service centres as needed.

Skills

HGV Class 1 licence

Lorry loader operator

Crane operations

Experience with trailers

Documentation accuracy

Site lift procedures

Driver Hours Regulations knowledge

Job description

Salary: £46,542.60 per annum / £19.89 per hour

Hours: Monday to Friday, 45-hour week. Overtime paid at time and a half.

Company Pension Life Assurance Medical Cash Scheme Paid Volunteer Days

LORRY LOADING OR HIAB EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

ALLMI D1+E OR CPCS REQUIRED

PURPOSE

The HGV Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Algeco's HGV vehicles, including lorries with draw bar trailers and lorry loaders. The role involves transporting, delivering, and collecting hire fleet units from client sites while following lift plans, site-specific instructions, and regulatory requirements.The role is based within Algeco's Transport function and will require the postholder to work from Kings Lynn Depot or support operations at, any of the Company's service centres and operational locations, to meet business needs.The driver ensures vehicles and equipment are maintained, inspected, and operated safely, supporting the smooth delivery of the business's operational objectives and compliance with all legal and company requirements.

WHAT WE DO

Algeco UK is the leader in modular accommodation not only in the UK but around the world. We provide more buildings for hire than anyone else, including modular buildings for sale and rent, and off-site permanent buildings for sale for temporary, semi-permanent and permanent use.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Transport & Delivery Operations
  • Drive and operate HGV vehicles with draw bar trailers and lorry loaders to deliver and collect hire fleet units.
  • Work in line with the company lift plans to determine safe and efficient onsite actions.
  • Introduce hire fleet units to clients and check units thoroughly on collection.
  • Move units safely within client sites as required.
  • Operate vehicles efficiently while adhering to all road, traffic, and legal requirements, including Driver Hours Regulations.
• Vehicle, Crane & Equipment Operation
  • Operate lorry loaders safely and efficiently; offer full range of crane operating skills.
  • Carry out daily vehicle, crane, and trailer inspections, including safety checks, lubrication, and maintenance tasks.
  • Follow all procedures for safe loading and offloading of units.
  • Wear appropriate PPE and maintain a safe working environment at all times.
• Record Keeping & Documentation
  • Maintain accurate tachograph and complete delivery and collection paperwork.
  • Record daily vehicle and loader inspections, plant/operator licenses, and damage reports.
  • Complete all paperwork accurately for deliveries, collections, and inspections.
  • Report any operational issues to the Transport Manager that may affect delivery or collection schedules.
• Compliance & Safety
  • Work in line with the company's Health & Safety Policy and Integrated Management System, including Delivery/Collection RAMS.
  • Adhere to site-specific health and safety requirements when operating cranes, banking operations, and vehicles on client sites.
  • Maintain safe working practices in accordance with process risk assessments.
• Other Duties
  • Support service centre operations and other business requirements as assigned.
  • Work from and provide operational support across any of the Company's service centres or operational locations as required to meet business needs.
  • Attend training as required.
  • Assist in general fleet and plant maintenance, including reporting defects and completing necessary documentation.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• Skills & Attributes
  • Qualified lorry loader operator (CSCS/ALLMI).
  • Training provided for Appointed Person qualification.
  • Full, clean HGV Class 1 licence (C+E).
  • Proven experience operating HGVs with trailers and lorry loaders.
  • Strong understanding of crane operations and site lift procedures.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to accurately complete documentation.
  • Ability to work independently, safely, and efficiently.
  • Strong communication skills to liaise with clients, Transport Manager, and depot staff.
  • Physically fit and capable of safely loading, unloading, and operating plant equipment.
  • Knowledge of Driver Hours Regulations, tachograph recording, and transport legislation.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is more than a wish list. We actively encourage a culture where everyone feels at home. Algeco is a place that brings together the very best people and their unique skills, experiences, abilities.

Research demonstrates that women and underrepresented groups tend not to apply for a job unless they meet all the criteria. However, we encourage applications from anybody who can demonstrate their ability to fulfil the job even if they don't meet every requirement. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and like they belong, regardless of their background or identity and are therefore committed to providing a fair and inclusive recruitment process and will consider all applications on their merits.