HGV Driver (Nights)

Freightliner; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Life insurance from day 1

DCPC training paid

Work180 endorsed employer

Job summary

Freightliner is seeking an HGV Driver to join our Southampton team, transporting containers to our inland network and ensuring on-time delivery with a strong focus on health and safety.

The role requires a UK Class 1 licence, CPC qualification, and at least 1 year of driving experience. You should be flexible with hours and able to work overtime or weekends; a DBS check will be conducted for successful applicants.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid UK Class 1 driving licence with up to 6 penalty points
• Full CPC qualification (DQC card) is required
• Minimum 1 year driving experience
• Proven experience transporting containers and adhering to health and safety standards

Responsibilities

• Transport containers in a timely manner while upholding health and safety as a priority

Skills

Class 1 licence

CPC qualification

1+ year driving experience

Container transport experience

Health and safety awareness

English language proficiency

Flexibility with hours

Job description

Freightliner is the UK's largest maritime intermodal logistics operator, transporting containers from all major deep-sea ports to our national network of inland terminals, as well as a leading operator in the UK Heavy Haul rail freight market. Freightliner has operations across Europe offering both Intermodal and Heavy Haul rail freight services seamlessly connecting European countries and the UK.

In the UK the Freightliner Group operates under a number of legal entities including, Freightliner Ltd, Pentalver Transport Ltd, and Pentalver Cannock Ltd.

Job title:

Job title: HGV Driver

Location:

Location: Southampton

Position Type:

Position Type: Permanent, full-time

Hours of work:

Hours of work: 50 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Overtime & weekend work available

Why join us?

• Competitive Salary & Benefits : We offer a robust compensation package, including competitive pension scheme, life insurance coverage from day 1, paid breaks, additional various bonuses, maximum tax free 'night out' allowance paid.
• Career Development and progression: Regular training and career advancement opportunities that propel you forward in a career with us. We offer access to a range of external courses and in-house training sessions to give you opportunities for skill enhancement and role confidence. All training including DCPC uploads are paid.
• Award-Winning Safety Culture: Be part of an environment recognized for excellence and innovation.
• Generous family friendly provision with enhanced maternity and paternity pay. We are proud to be Work180 endorsed employer.
• Employee well-being and support: Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) 24/7, employee benefits platform offering discounts and money off vouchers for a variety of brands and shops.

The role

With a fleet of top spec, modern luxury vehicles and recent investment in technology we are looking for the right individual to join our team in Southampton.

As an HGV Driver you will be responsible for transporting containers in a timely manner, all while sharing our culture and belief of health and safety being the number one priority.

About you

• Current and valid Class 1 UK driving licence (maximum of 6 penalty points).
• Full CPC qualification (DQC card)
• Minimum 1 year's driving experience
• Proven experience of transporting containers
• Flexibility with working hours
• Good comprehension of written and spoken English
• Strong understanding of health and safety, with a commitment to maintaining a safe approach in all tasks

It's great, but not required, if you:

• Have ADR Licence

About us

Freightliner is an established rail freight provider with businesses in the UK and Continental Europe.

Offering customers a wide range of rail freight solutions to cater for the requirements of a diverse market sector, we provide a safe, reliable and cost effective rail freight partnership.

In the UK the Freightliner operates under a number of legal entities including, Freightliner Ltd, Pentalver Transport Ltd, and Pentalver Cannock Ltd.

At the core of all we do are our employees. Their hard work is fundamental to our success and we are equally committed to their growth and safety. Our commitment to you, once you join our team, is to foster growth and provide developmental opportunities to ensure you reach your utmost potential.

Please be advised that successful appointments are subject to a satisfactory DBScheck.

Our commitment to you, once you join our team, is to foster growth and provide developmental opportunities to ensure you reach your utmost potential.

We are looking for the most committed and reliable individuals who possess the knowledge, skills and experience needed for their roles.

In return we can offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, a competitive pension scheme and a rewarding career in an award-winning team.