HGV Class 1 Driver

CLASS 1 DRIVER

VARIOUS SHIFT PATTERNS AVAILABLE - 24 HOUR COVER PERIOD

PAY RATE: £17.83 PER HOUR 

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Class 1 Driver to join our well-established client based in CAMBUSLANG, GLASGOW.

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

Benefits

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

•  Excellent hourly rates
•  Ongoing work
•  Weekly pay
•  Onsite canteen
•  Training provided
•  Immediate starts
•  Employee Well-being Program

Rates of Pay:

•  £17.83 per hour (this is a PAYE vacancy, so holiday pay will be accrued separately)

Day to Day Duties

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

• Delivery of goods from warehouse to store and trunking
• Operate and drive various Class 1 vehicles in a safe and efficient manner to and from delivery locations
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Ensure all cargo is loaded and secured properly
• Adhere to traffic laws and regulations
• Communicate effectively with dispatch and customers
• Report any vehicle defects or maintenance needs to management

Essential Skills

As a Class 1 Driver you will need to:

• Hold a valid UK Category CE Licence
• Have a minimum of 24 months experience driving CE vehicles
• 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 undergo a drug and alcohol test
• 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

•  Previous experience in a similar role will be beneficial

Training 

• Driving assessment will have to be completed, including theory test
• Following successful assessment, there will be a one-week paid induction, which will take place on day shifts
• Industry related training and ongoing support throughout 

Contact

• If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, apply today by clicking the link below or get in touch with our recruitment team to find out more