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HGV Class 1 Container Driver

People Solutions
Posted 5 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Leicester, Leicestershire LE3, England

Salary

£17 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The job opportunity is for a Class 1 Container Driver working night shifts from Monday to Friday, with start times between 21:00 and 22:00 and finish times between 07:00 and 08:00.
  • The pay rate for this position is £17.00 per hour, and it offers the potential for ongoing work and weekly pay.
  • Candidates must hold a valid UK Category CE Licence, a UK CPC Card, and a RHIDES port access card, along with no more than six penalty points.
  • Experience driving commercial vehicles is desirable, but not mandatory; however, candidates must demonstrate punctuality and effective communication skills.
  • This position is based in Leicester, East Midlands, and immediate starts are available.

CLASS 1 CONTAINER DRIVER - NIGHTS

MONDAY TO FRIDAY

START TIMES FROM 21:00 to 22:00

FINISH TIMES FROM 07:00 to 08:00

PAY RATE: £17.00 PER HOUR

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Class 1 Container Driver to join our well-established client based in LEICESTER, EAST MIDLANDS.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering great rates of pay and room to grow and progress.

Benefits

As a Class 1 Container Driver you will receive the following benefits:

  • Excellent hourly rates
  • Ongoing work
  • Weekly pay
  • Immediate starts

Rates of Pay:

  • Basic: £17.00 per hour

Day to Day Duties

Your duties as a Class 1 Container Driver will involve but not be limited to:

  • Operating and driving various Class 1 vehicles in a safe and efficient manner to and from delivery locations
  • Transporting containers
  • Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
  • Adhere to traffic laws and regulations
  • Driving Skeletal Trailer
  • Must be familiar with containers and container locking
  • Complete any paperwork
  • Report any vehicle defects or maintenance needs to management

Essential Skills

As a Class 1 Container Driver you will need to:

  • Hold a valid UK Category CE Licence
  • Hold a valid RHIDES port access card
  • No more than six penalty points for minor infringements and no major endorsement codes
  • Have a valid UK CPC Card and UK Digi Card
  • Must be able to speak and read a good level of English
  • Punctuality and excellent time keeping skills
  • Have a good understanding of traffic laws and regulations
  • Effective communication skills

Desirable Experience

  • Experience driving any commercial vehicles would be beneficial

Training

  • Driving assessment must be completed

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