Lgv C+E Driver (Class1)

Metcalfe Farms Haulage Ltd; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

On-site parking

Professional development

Job summary

Metcalfe Farms Haulage Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced C+E driver to join our heavy haulage and bulk haulage teams. You will operate a fleet and move abnormal loads for blue‑chip clients and the MOD across the UK and Europe. Full inhouse training provided.

You will need a valid C+E licence, Driver CPC, tachograph card, and knowledge of driver hours regulations. The role requires regular nights away and weekend work, with ongoing development support.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid C+E driving licence.
• Hold a current Driver CPC card.
• Hold a digital tachograph card.
• Knowledge of driver hours regulations.
• Experience moving plant, machinery or bulk is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Drive heavy haulage and bulk loads across UK and Europe.
• Plan routes and ensure on-time delivery to clients and MOD.
• Work away from home with 4–5 nights out per week, including weekends.
• Operate safely and comply with health and safety regulations.

Skills

C+E driving

Driver CPC

Tachograph card

Hours regulations knowledge

Plant/machinery experience

Job description

About Metcalfe Farms

Metcalfe Farms is a family run business currently in its third and fourth generations. The original small dairy farm started 80 years ago has expanded and diversified immensely over the years and is now involved in a number of successful businesses. Encompassing heavy haulage, agricultural contracting, dairy farming, quarrying and driver training, all situated in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales. Environmental awareness is a priority for Metcalfe Farms and its companies. Whether you are an experienced professional or a talented individual looking to launch your career, we welcome your application. Join us in shaping the future of Metcalfe Farms by making a positive difference in the lives of our clients and our team.

Our Values

• Teamwork - we trust and respect one another. We see strength in our diversity as individuals and as a team. We achieve the best outcomes for clients when we work collaboratively, recognising and respecting the different perspectives that we bring.
• Excellent Client Service - We take the time to truly understand our clients needs and aim to provide practical, tailored and commercial solutions - not just options - to help them achieve their goals.
• Professionalism - We work to the highest professional and technical standards, acting with the utmost integrity at all times. We are fiercely proud of our reputation as being a trusted customer to our clients and continually strive to ensure that our clients interests come first and foremost.
• Our People - We work together to create an open, supportive and friendly working environment where our people feel valued, can develop their careers and achieve their professional ambitions.

Role

We have opportunities for C+E drivers to join our heavy haulage, automotive and bulk haulage teams. We operating a fleet of 100 vehicles. We specialise in the movement of abnormal loads, trucks, vans & 4x4's and bulk loads across the UK and Europe, providing transport for various blue-chip companies and the MOD. Full inhouse training provided.

Key aspects of the role

• Demonstrate a respectful, positive attitude towards others and behave in an honest and open manner.
• Work effectively as part of a team and under their own initiative.
• Work safely, comply with health and safety legislation, and insist others do the same.
• Are practical and have basic mechanical understanding.
• Are able to plan routes.
• Are able to work away from home, including 4 to 5 nights out a week.
• Are able to work weekends when required.
• Experience using Microsoft and Outlook.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate an ability to prioritise, cope under pressure and work to strict deadlines.

Qualifications required

• Hold a valid C+E driving Licence.
• Hold a current Driver CPC card.
• Hold a digital tachograph card.
• Knowledge of driver hours regulations.
• Experience in moving plant, machinery or bulk would be an advantage but is not necessary as full training will be provided.

Additional requirements

• HGV C+E licence held for over 2 years.
• No more than 6 licence points.

What we will offer in return

• Competitive Salary depending on experience.
• Company pension scheme.
• On-site parking.
• Professional development.