long haul truck driver

Ott Transportation Services Inc.; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company in the United Kingdom is seeking drivers to operate and maintain trucks. Responsibilities include loading and unloading cargo, performing vehicle inspections, and ensuring safe transportation. Must have a Class 1 driver's license and a secondary school graduation certificate. This full-time position offers competitive pay and requires frequent travel between locations.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Driver's License (Class 1 or A).
• Experience with handling heavy loads is required.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods.
• Transport goods using straight or articulated trucks.
• Inspect and maintain vehicle condition.
• Record cargo information and hours of service.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Posted on November 27, 2025 by Ott Transportation Services Inc.

Job details

• Location Surrey, BC V3V 4H2
• Work location On the road
• Salary 36.60 hourly / 40 to 60 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
• Starts as soon as possible
• Source Job Bank #3447588

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Will train

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net‑zero target.

Work setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Load and unload goods
• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
• Perform brake adjustments
• Perform pre‑trip, en route and post‑trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Inspection report (pre‑trip, en‑route, post‑trip)
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
• Tractor‑trailer

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads

Own tools/equipment

• Steel‑toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2025-12-27