long haul truck driver

C Sanghera Transport Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable transport company in the UK is looking for a full-time truck driver. This position involves transporting goods, addressing customer concerns, and requires a Class 1 or A driver's license. Experience is an asset. Offering a competitive hourly wage of £36.60.

Qualifications

• Experience is an asset.
• Must be able to drive and operate heavy vehicles.
• Willing to travel cross-border and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Address customers' complaints or concerns.
• Load and unload goods.
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspections.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Tools

GPS (Global Positioning System)

Manual transmission vehicle

Steel-toed safety boots

Safety vest

Gloves

Job description

Job details

• Location: Surrey, BC V4N 4A8
• Salary: 36.60 hourly / 60 hours per week
• Terms of employment: Permanent employment Full time
• Overtime required, Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Flexible hours, Overtime available
• Starts as soon as possible
• Source: Job Bank #3426575

Experience

Experience is an asset.

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

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

Tasks

• Address customers' complaints or concerns
• Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques
• Professionalism in customer service
• Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
• Drive as part of a two‑person team or convoy
• 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
• Pay and receive payments for goods
• Perform brake adjustments
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform pre‑trip, en route and post‑trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Perform preventive maintenance
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Inspection report (pre‑trip, en‑route, post‑trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Refrigerated
• Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
• Tractor‑trailer
• Citizens band (CB) radio
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• Trip recorder (on‑board computer)

Transportation/travel experience

• International
• National
• Regional

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Bondable
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

Transportation/travel information

• Drive manual transmission vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross‑border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel internationally
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel‑toed safety boots
• Safety vest
• Gloves

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: 2025-12-05

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