LGV Driver: Night Stops, Competitive Pay & Benefits

Freightliner; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night out allowance

Job summary

Freightliner is seeking a dedicated LGV Driver to join our UK operations. You will undertake all roadworthy checks, drive with due care on terminals and public roads, and ensure the safety of loads and vehicles.

You will handle timely container movements, complete accurate documentation, maintain tachographs, and uphold Freightliner’s grooming and safety standards. The role involves occasional nights away, mandatory training, and performing additional duties as required by the Line Manager.

Responsibilities

• Undertake all roadworthy checks of Vehicles and Trailers as contained within the Rulebook for Motor Drivers.
• Drive vehicles with due care and attention in the Terminal or on the Public Highway to maximise economy.
• Ensure load and vehicle safety at all times and meet off-site security requirements.
• Prompt collection/delivery of containers to designated points.
• Submit timely details of damages or incidents to the Road Services Office for billing to the Customer.
• Advise delays during loading/unloading to forward associated costs.
• Maintain collection/delivery documentation with proper signatures and stamps and accurately log times.
• Record tachograph discs and other logs per legal and Company requirements.
• Project Freightliner image, adhere to grooming policy.
• Perform non-traditional Freightliner work with various trailer types after training.
• Rope and sheet loads to Loading Standards Manual.
• Keep vehicle clean, tidy, odour free, no stickers/adornments except Freightliner-provided ones.
• Occasionally nights away from home with Night out allowance.
• Comply with the Driver Rulebook.
• Attend mandatory and vocational training as required.
• Perform other duties as directed by Line Manager.

Job description

Freightliner is seeking a dedicated LGV Driver to join our UK operations. You will undertake all roadworthy checks, drive with due care on terminals and public roads, and ensure the safety of loads and vehicles.

You will handle timely container movements, complete accurate documentation, maintain tachographs, and uphold Freightliner’s grooming and safety standards. The role involves occasional nights away, mandatory training, and performing additional duties as required by the Line Manager.