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Manpower UK Limited; Acton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower UK Limited is seeking two experienced C+E Heavy Haulage Drivers to join a specialist logistics team based in Acton. You will operate heavy haulage vehicles across London's transport network, transporting train parts and equipment to and from London Underground depots, while maintaining safety and compliance.

The role requires a Class 1 licence with proven heavy haulage experience, Driver CPC, and a strong understanding of regulations.

Qualifications

• C+E (Class 1) licence with proven heavy haulage experience.
• Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Strong understanding of transport regulations, load securing, and safety procedures.
• Safety-conscious mindset with excellent compliance standards.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy haulage vehicles across London’s transport network.
• Safely transporting essential components including train parts, wheels, bogies, plant, and specialist equipment.
• Strap and secure heavy loads to keep them stable during transport.
• Support engineering possessions and planned works.
• Conduct thorough pre-use vehicle checks and maintain transport logs.
• Liaise with site supervisors, logistics coordinators and depot teams for timely, safe deliveries.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safety mindset

Job description

2 x experienced and reliable C+E Heavy Haulage Drivers to join the specialist logistics team supporting the world's leading rail infrastructure company. Based in Acton, this is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in keeping London moving by supporting critical infrastructure and engineering works across the capital.

?What You'll Be Doing

• Operating heavy haulage vehicles across London's transport network
• Safely transporting essential components including train parts, wheels, bogies, plant, and specialist equipment to and from London Underground depots
• Strapping and securing heavy loads safely using appropriate equipment to ensure all loads are stable during transport
• Supporting engineering possessions and planned works
• Conducting thorough pre-use vehicle checks and maintaining accurate transport logs
• Liaising with site supervisors, logistics coordinators, and depot teams to ensure timely and safe deliveries

Please note: this is not a multi-drop role. All movements are depot-to-depot or site-specific transfers.

? What We're Looking For

• Valid

C+E (Class 1) licence with proven heavy haulage experience

• Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Strong understanding of transport regulations, load securing, and safety procedures
• A safety-conscious mindset with excellent compliance standards
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Assessment & Induction

All drivers will be required to complete a full driving assessment and theory assessment prior to starting.

Upon successful completion, you will undertake a 1-2-week induction and shadowing programme before being signed off as competent.

Some jobs will involve support from a slinger/signaller.

? Additional Information

• No onsite parking available you need to park on side roads.
• Acton Train Station is a 2-minute walk
• Ample on-street parking is available near the depot at your cost

C+E Heavy Haulage Driver

Location: Acton, London

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time