HGV Class 1 Driver

Job Title:HGV Class 1 Driver (Tramping)

Location:Cannock

Salary:£14.00 - £15.00 per hour

Hours:60-70 per week

Employment Type:Permanent

Reporting to:Director and Maintenance Planner.

About the Role:

Our client is seeking an experienced HGV Class 1 Tramper Driver to join their dynamic team. As atrusted logistics provider, they prioritize safe and timely delivery, offering industry-leading solutions fortheir customers' supply chain needs. This role is essential in ensuring that high standards of customerservice and operational excellence are maintained.

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About You:

The ideal candidate is reliable, hardworking, and able to follow instructions easily. They should becommitted to delivering high-quality service and be comfortable working independently withoutmicromanagement. We're looking for a driver with a positive attitude, who is polite and professionalwhen interacting with customers.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Safely transporting goods across designated routes, ensuring the security and integrity of products in transit.
• Completing all necessary paperwork and following assigned delivery schedules and routes accurately.
• Conducting daily checks and logging any vehicle defects, reporting issues to management promptly.
• Adhering strictly to drivers hours, tachograph regulations, and company policies.
• Wearing the correct PPE at all times and maintaining the cleanliness and order of the vehicle.
• Offering professional and courteous service to all customers, addressing queries where needed.
• Coordinating with managers and team members to report any delivery or route issues.
• Conducting pre-trip inspections to ensure the vehicle is roadworthy and compliant with company standards.
• Assisting with the loading and unloading of cargo when required.
• Acting as an ambassador for the company, always ensuring customer satisfaction.

Requirements:

• HGV Class 1 License (essential).
• Driver CPC Card (essential).
• At least 1 year of experience driving HGV Class 1 vehicles.
• Good understanding of drivers hours laws and tachograph regulations.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, demonstrating strong organisational and time- management skills.
• Must be willing to tramp Monday to Friday.
• Curtain Sider experience (preferred).
• 2 years' Class 1 experience preferred but not essential.
• Stable work history without frequent job changes.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pension Scheme contribution.
• Referral bonus available after passing probation.
• 28 days of annual leave, including Bank Holidays, with potential for additional days.
• The company supports employee well-being and offers incentives for performance.