LGV Class 1 Driver - Dry Bulk

Royal Den Hartogh Logistics; Tilbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

23+ days holiday

Job summary

Royal Den Hartogh Logistics in Tilbury is seeking professional drivers for our Dry Bulk (non-ADR) fleet. This full-time, permanent role requires a minimum of 48 hours per week with nights out and overtime opportunities.

You will hold a Category C+E licence, CPC Driver Qualification card, and have a strong commitment to health and safety. Excellent communication and a willingness to learn are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid Category C+E licence and CPC card.
• Experience in Dry Bulk operations is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Strong commitment to health and safety at work.
• Excellent communication skills essential for customer service.
• Willing to learn new skills and adapt to a dynamic logistics environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out deliveries to customers across the UK with a focus on quality service.
• Work a minimum of 48 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with nights out.
• Adhere to safety standards and company procedures while performing duties.

Skills

Category C+E licence

CPC Driver Qualification card

Dry Bulk experience advantageous

Health & safety knowledge

Good communication skills

Willingness to learn

Job description

Job Description

Ambitious People Realising Creative Logistics Solutions.

Where will you be working?

Royal Den Hartogh Logistics is a leading logistics service provider for the chemical, gas, polymer, and food industries. Founded in 1920 in the Netherlands, our family-owned company strongly focuses on safety and sustainability. Together with our customers and suppliers, we develop smart logistics solutions that contribute to a more efficient supply chain. We operate worldwide with 54 locations in 27 countries. Our team consists of over 2,600 employees, and we manage a modern fleet of 25,000 tank containers, 5,000 dry bulk containers and trailers, 575 tank trailers, and nearly 900 trucks.

About The Team

We are currently looking to recruit drivers for our Dry Bulk (non-ADR) fleet in Tilbury. We have a dedicated, experienced Planning Team supporting our activities in the UK. The successful candidate will become part of our UK Trucking company with more than 120 drivers who are passionate about the job.

We want professional ambitious drivers, who are looking for the scope and opportunity to invest their future, to build expertise and contribute to a rich and diverse culture.

About The Role

This is a full-time, permanent tramping role, based on a minimum of 48 hours per week (plus overtime) Monday to Friday, with nights out required. Your main duties will be to carry out deliveries to our customers throughout the UK providing a quality service.

Job Requirements

About you:

You will work to the highest safety standards whilst executing your duties. The key skills required for the role are:

• Category C+E licence
• CPC Driver Qualification card
• Previous experience of Dry Bulk work would be advantageous
• Good knowledge and experience of health & safety at work
• Good communication skills
• Willingness to learn new skills

What We Offer

• Permanent contract, monthly paid
• Guaranteed 48 hours per week, plus competitive overtime rates
• Free ongoing training including annual CPC
• Competitive performance and referral bonuses
• Excellent benefits package including Pension scheme, Life Assurance, Cycle to Work scheme, access to Benefits Hub, Help@hand scheme and Employee Assistance Programme
• Holiday entitlement starting at 22 days plus bank holidays, with opportunity to increase

The successful candidate will be joining a growing and vibrant organisation with ambitious goals. Den Hartogh prides itself on a working environment that promises openness and respect and provides opportunities for personal growth as well as ongoing career development.