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Class 1 Trunk Driver

People Solutions
Posted 8 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Motherwell, North Lanarkshire ML1 4YQ, Scotland

Salary

£16.85 - £25.85 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The job is for a Class 1 Trunk Driver, requiring candidates to work 4 nights from a 7-day schedule, with a pay rate ranging from £16.85 to £25.85 per hour.
  • Applicants must be at least 21 years old, hold a valid UK Category C+E Driving Licence for a minimum of two years, and possess at least two years of experience driving Class 1 vehicles.
  • The position offers benefits such as weekly pay, realistic overtime opportunities, on-site parking, and access to a canteen and vending machines.
  • Essential skills include a valid CPC and DIGI card, with no major endorsements on the driving licence and no more than six points for minor infringements.
  • Previous night trunking experience is desirable but not essential, and successful candidates will undergo a driving assessment and a paid one-day induction.

Class 1 Trunk Driver

4 nights from 7, starting any time between

Pay Rate: £16.85 - £25.85 PER HOUR

What's in it for me?

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Class 1 Trunk Driver to join our well-established client based in Motherwell, North Lanarkshire. This is a fantastic opportunity offering great rates of pay and room to grow and progress.

What are the benefits?

  • This role in temporary ongoing, and you will get your weekly rota 1 week in advance
  • Excellent pay rates £16.85 -£25.85 per hour
  • You will receive your pay weekly, and there is realistic overtime available working with this client
  • There is on-site parking available, and this client is close to motorway links
  • Drivers have access to Canteen & Vending Machines
  • This is a PAYE vacancy and therefore you will accrue holiday pay separately

Day to Day Duties

  • You will be required to work any 4 nights from 7 and you will know your shifts a week in advance
  • There can be varied start times between, depending on the route you are on
  • Drive Class 1 vehicles safely and efficiently
  • Ensure all loads are safe and secure
  • Carry out vehicle inspections and report any faults to management
  • Ensure all paperwork is completed
  • You will be required to take a double deck trailer to destination
  • Assist with the unloading of rails, before returning to the client's premises

Essential Skills

  • Must be aged 21 or over for insurance purposes
  • Must hold a valid UK Category C+E Driving Licence and have held this for at least two years
  • At least two year's experience driving Class 1 vehicles
  • Valid CPC & DIGI Card
  • No major endorsements: no DD, DR or IN's on licence for insurance purposes
  • No more than six points for minor infringements

Desirable Experience

  • Previous night trunking experience would be an advantage but not essential

What training is provided?

  • You must undergo Driving Assessment and, if passed, you will undergo a fully paid one day induction

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