STGO Driver

Explore Transport Limited; Winsford; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid breaks

Daily meal & night out allowance

Full PPE provided

Generous holiday allowance

Ongoing CPC hours training

Full training/upskilling

Career development and progression

Service-related pay increases at 18 &

Job summary

Explore Transport Limited is seeking a STGO Driver in Winsford to operate Category 2 heavy haulage vehicles on construction sites. You will read maps, plan routes with GPS, and ensure loads are secured and delivered on schedule.

The role requires a valid UK licence, CPC/tacho, and a minimum of two years’ HGV experience. A permanent position with ongoing training and progression opportunities is offered.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid UK driving licence and CPC/tacho card.
• Minimum 2 years of HGV driving experience.
• Experience loading/unloading on construction sites preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive Category 2 heavy haulage vehicles including site movements.
• Read maps and use GPS to plan efficient routes.
• Secure loads and deliver on time while maintaining safety and compliance.

Skills

HGV driving

Maps & navigation

Planning & time mgmt

Load securing

Traffic safety

Communication

Education

Full UK driving licence

CPC & tachograph

NPORS / CSCS / IPAF (preferred)

Tools

GPS navigation systems

Job description

STGO Driver

Location: Winsford

Salary: £58,000 (Typical Earnings)

Closing Date: 27/11/#removed#:59

Introduction

Explore are a FORS Gold accredited specialist supplier of Transport services to a wide range of industries including construction, rail and aerospace.

We strive to be the industry leader and deliver best in class levels of safety, service, and efficiency. Our Transport division combines over 50 years of construction logistics and haulage expertise.

We are currently recruiting for drivers to join our team on the following shift pattern - Monday to Friday.

Crucial experience driving Category 2 Heavy Haulage vehicles. Loading/unloading and securing plant, working on construction site, following movement orders.

C+E Licence Required.

What we offer

• Paid breaks
• Daily meal & night out allowance (where applicable)
• Full PPE provided
• Generous holiday allowance plus statutory bank holiday and service-related increase
• Ongoing training to maintain full CPC hours
• Full ongoing training/upskilling
• Career development and the opportunity for internal progression
• Service-related pay increases at 18 & 36 months.

Skills/Knowledge

• Fully competent HGV driver with a minimum 2 years proven experience
• Ability to read and interpret maps and use GPS navigation systems effectively
• Strong organisational and time management skills to meet delivery deadlines
• Load and unload securely and efficiently, ensuring proper securing techniques are applied
• Adhere to all traffic laws, road regulations and road safety standards while operating the vehicle
• Have good communication skills to quickly understand instructions including movement orders and liaise effectively with colleagues and customers.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence
• Valid CPC & tacho card
• NPORS, CSCS, Lorry Loader, IPAF (preferred).

This is a permanent position, subject to a successful probation period