LGV Driver: Intermodal Haulage Specialist

gandwukeurope; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Excellent benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Night out allowance

Job summary

Freightliner, a leading UK intermodal logistics provider, is seeking an experienced LGV Driver. You will undertake roadworthy checks, drive with due care, and ensure the safety of loads and vehicles within terminals and on public highways, contributing to efficient, lower‑carbon operations.

The role covers timely collection and delivery of containers, accurate documentation, tachograph records, maintaining a professional appearance, and completing assigned duties with training provided.

Qualifications

• Undertake all roadworthy checks of Vehicles and Trailers as contained within the Rulebook for Motor Drivers.
• Drive with due care and attention in terminals and on public highways to maximise economy.
• Ensure the safety of the load and vehicle at all times; meet off-site security/safety requirements.
• Prompt collection/delivery of containers to the designated point.
• Submit promptly all details of damage to company/customer property or accidents.
• Advise Road Services Office promptly if delays during loading/unloading occur.
• Complete collection/delivery docs with signatures, stamps and in/out times.
• Maintain and record tachograph discs and relevant logs per legal/Company rules.
• Present a professional Company image and follow grooming rules.
• Perform non-traditional Freightliner work with various trailer types after training.
• Rope and sheet loads to required loading standards.
• Keep vehicle clean and odour-free; no unauthorised adornments; no smoking.
• Occasional nights away with a night out allowance.
• Comply with the Motor Drivers Rulebook.
• Attend mandatory and vocational training as required.
• Perform other duties as required by your Line Manager.

Responsibilities

• 1. Undertake all roadworthy checks of Vehicles and Trailers as contained within the Rulebook for Motor Drivers.
• 2. Drive with due care and attention when in the Terminal or on the Public Highway to maximise economy.
• 3. Ensure the safety of the load and the vehicle at all times and meet off-site security/safety requirements.
• 4. Responsible for the prompt collection/delivery of containers to the designated point.
• 5. Submit promptly all relevant details regarding damage to Company property or customers property or of accidents involving the general public in accordance with the Drivers Rulebook.
• 6. Advise the Road Services Office promptly if delays occur during loading/unloading of containers.
• 7. Complete collection/delivery documentation with signatures and time records.
• 8. Maintain tachograph discs and logs per legal and Company requirements.
• 9. Present a professional Company image and adhere to grooming rules.
• 10. Perform non-traditional Freightliner work with various trailer types after training.
• 11. Rope and sheet loads to required standards.
• 12. Keep assigned vehicle clean, tidy, and free of odour; no smoking.
• 13. Nights away from home may be required with a night out allowance.
• 14. Comply with the Drivers Rulebook.
• 15. Attend mandatory and vocational training as required.
• 16. Perform other duties as directed by your Line Manager.

Job description

Freightliner, a leading UK intermodal logistics provider, is seeking an experienced LGV Driver. You will undertake roadworthy checks, drive with due care, and ensure the safety of loads and vehicles within terminals and on public highways, contributing to efficient, lower‑carbon operations.

The role covers timely collection and delivery of containers, accurate documentation, tachograph records, maintaining a professional appearance, and completing assigned duties with training provided.