HGV Driver (Class 1 C+E) – Rigid + Artic
Benefits include:
- Discretionary annual bonus scheme
- Driver CPC
- Employer contributory pension
- Free car parking on-site
About us:
With a fleet of over 2,200 items of plant and equipment and employing over 180 staff, we are the largest compaction and surface dressing hire Company in the UK and also provide a general purpose fleet of compact and mid range sized construction and materials handling equipment.
We have a national network of 9 Depots (Glasgow, Darlington, Stoke, Chesterfield, Ludlow, Corby, Andover, Dartford and Newton Abbot) and have operated for over 60 years which is a testament to our culture of ‘Committed to Service in Everything We Do’.
The role
Reporting to the Depot Manager, we have a vacancy for a HGV Driver at our Darlington Depot (DL5 6BH).
The main purpose of the role is to deliver and collect plant equipment to and from customer sites in an effective and safe manner and to ensure customer satisfaction by prompt and courteous service.
You will also be required to cover other Depots when required and reasonable notice will be given.
The Company would be happy to train you for your Plant Operations NVQ2.
Key Duties:
- Monitor the condition and ensure roadworthiness of the vehicle allocated to you, complete daily walk round checks and report defects.
- Ensure all driving activities are compliant with latest regulatory requirements including, but not restricted to, The Road Traffic Act, Highway Code and local driving restrictions
- To operate within scope of the EU Driving Rules complying with daily driving, break, rest requirements and weekly / fortnightly driving limits / rest requirements
- To comply with the rules on working time as specified in the “Road Transport (Working Time) Regulations”
Full Job Description is available upon request.
Candidate Profile:
The successful candidate must be proficient in the safe loading and unloading of plant and machinery and have previous low loader experience.
