HGV Driver: Class 1

Platts Agriculture; Friendly (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and family-run company as an HGV Class 1 driver, where your skills will be valued and your contributions recognized. This role offers the chance to drive through stunning landscapes across the UK and Ireland while ensuring the safe transport of goods. With a commitment to employee well-being, you will enjoy a supportive culture, competitive pay, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. If you're passionate about driving and delivering excellent service, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive and make a difference in a growing team.

Benefits

28 days leave (pro-rata per annum)

Monthly health and wellbeing allowance

Defined contribution pension scheme

Regular company social events

Employee referral programme

Paid leave for volunteering activities

Annual discretionary company bonus

Focus on professional and personal development

Free on-site parking

Company shutdown at Christmas

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid HGV Class 1 licence and a digital tachograph card.
• Experience in general haulage and knowledge of Tachograph rules is essential.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate HGV Class 1 vehicle for transporting goods across the UK and Ireland.
• Provide excellent customer service and adhere to road regulations.

Skills

Excellent customer service skills

Strong communication skills

Geographical knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

Full, clean HGV C+E Class 1 licence

Digital tachograph card

CPC certification

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for two conscientious and enthusiastic HGV Class 1 drivers to join our experienced and friendly team who have achieved ‘Green-Green’ status with the Driver and Vehicles Standards Agency (DVSA).

About the Role

Working with a fleet of up to date and well-maintained commercial vehicles including articulated moving floor trailers and rigid flat-deck lorries, this role will suit qualified and experienced HGV Class 1 drivers who have the self-motivation and dedication to thrive in the driving force behind our expanding general haulage operation.

Working Monday to Friday, minimum of 40 hours per week with nights out as required, you will be delivering all the way from the Orkney Isles to Plymouth, Cork to Colchester; you’ll get to see the very best scenery the UK and Ireland have to offer.

Platts is a third-generation family-run firm which recognises that every member of our team contributes to our continued success. Working with us, you will be part of a business that is ambitious and passionate about our future.

Your Responsibilities

1. Safely operate a HGV Class 1 Vehicle to collect and transport goods and products across the UK and Ireland.
2. Load and unload using appropriate equipment and techniques.
3. Provide excellent customer service.
4. Adhere to all Tachograph, Driver and Road Regulations.
5. Complete all relevant customer paperwork.
6. Effective communication with planning team and customers.
7. Complete pre and post trip vehicle inspections.

What we are looking for

1. Full, clean HGV C+E Class 1 licence.
2. Good working knowledge of Tachograph and WTD rules.
3. Experience in a similar role.
4. A digital tachograph card and full CPC.
5. Able to work nights out during the week, as required.
6. Excellent geographical knowledge.
7. Excellent customer service skills.
8. Strong communication skills.
9. Ability to work in line with high health and safety standards.
10. Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
11. Good attention to detail.
12. Previous experience of working in general haulage, of using walking floors and securing unusual loads is desirable.

What you will receive

1. Salary/Pay Rate: £14.50ph.
2. Leave: 28 days (including bank holidays and Christmas shutdown) pro-rata per annum.
3. Monthly health and wellbeing allowance to be used for activities that enhance your wellbeing.
4. Friendly and supportive culture which puts people at the heart of the company.
5. Opportunities to attend national and international company events, awards and networking opportunities.
6. Defined contribution pension scheme.
7. Regular company social events.
8. Employee referral programme.
9. Paid leave to undertake volunteering activities.
10. Annual discretionary company bonus.
11. A focus on professional and personal development opportunities.
12. Company shutdown at Christmas.
13. Free on-site parking.

To apply

If you feel you have what it takes to be our new HGV Class 1 Driver please send your CV and covering letter to [e-mail].