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HGV Class 1 Driver
Rochester
16.80/hour for the first 40 hours
21.00/hour for overtime
Premier Recruitment Group is proud to partner with a leading production company seeking experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to join their transport team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring goods are delivered safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all UK transport regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Adhere to all safety standards, site rules, and transport legislation, including drivers' hours and vehicle defect reporting.
- Ensure the security of goods during transit, including occasional long-distance journeys with overnight stays.
- Drive in a safe, economical manner in line with UK driving laws.
- Handle various trailer types such as refrigerated units, curtain siders, and low loaders.
- Accurately complete delivery notes, paperwork, and job debriefs.
- Provide outstanding service to customers and colleagues.
- Operate forklifts or pump trucks to load/unload vehicles as required.
What You'll Need:
- A valid HGV Class 1 licence and current Tacho Card (essential).
- A PSV licence is an advantage or a willingness to complete company-funded training.
- Proven experience driving HGV Class 1 vehicles.
- A good understanding of health and safety and food hygiene standards.
- Physical fitness, with regular manual handling required.
- Flexibility to work a rotating schedule, including weekends.
Hours: Average of 55 hours per week on a rolling pattern:
- Week 1: 5 days on, 1 day off
- Week 2: 5 days on, 2 days off (1 in 12 full weekends off).
Benefits:
- 28 days holiday, including bank holidays (with potential to earn more based on service).
- Company pension scheme.
- Fortnightly pay.
- Additional allowance for overnight stays
- Bonus for driving the 30-seater bus
If you're a reliable, skilled HGV Class 1 Driver looking for a rewarding role in a well-established company, we want to hear from you!
Apply today and take the wheel of your next career move.
Contact Kirsty Cutts for more information
