HGV Class 1 Driver (Tramper) in Whittlesey

AB Texel UK Ltd transports agricultural bulk goods, mainly potatoes, to various factories across the UK and the EU. Our HGV Drivers play an important part in the process of getting the products we transport to the final customer, while also ensuring we deliver a high level of service. We are recruiting for the following Tramping positions:

• Monday to Friday or Sunday to Thursday (alt Saturday's or 1 in 4 Saturday's)
• 6 on 3 off (rolling)
• 4 on 4 off (rolling)

Please note the Monday to Friday position is a hybrid position, to provide cover to our Bulk Tipper division where required.

What are you going to do?

• Collecting and Delivering agricultural products, according to Planning Requirements.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects in line with company procedures and DVSA requirements.
• Ensure loads are secure and comply with weight and safety regulations.
• Complete all required paperwork accurately, including delivery notes, PODs, tachograph records, and defect reports.
• Use tachographs correctly and comply with Working Time Directive (WTD) and drivers' hours regulations.
• Maintain a professional and courteous attitude when dealing with customers and members of the public.
• Follow all health & safety, site, and company procedures.
• Keep vehicles clean and presentable.
• Providing customer service as part of this role.

Physical work required:

• Ability to couple and uncouple units and trailers.
• Ability to load and unload.
• Ability to climb up onto the back to assist with the loading process.
• Ability to roll bulker sheet from one side to other, where required.
• Ability to wash and clean unit and trailers.

Who are you?

• Our ideal driver feels at home in the agricultural sector.
• Ideally previous bulk tipper experience.
• Likes varied locations & a varied workload, no two days will be the same.
• Is in possession of an HGV Class 1 license and Driver CPC.
• A clean license is preferred.

What do we offer you?

At AB Texel UK we understand that in order to perform your work optimally, you need good materials. That is why we have modern trucks and trailers. In addition, new drivers receive thorough training with us. They are trained and intensively supported and supervised by an experienced AB colleague who can teach them all the tricks of our specific trade. Our new drivers only begin to work independently once they have achieved our high standards and built-up sufficient experience.

You are in the right place at AB Texel UK. As we think it is quite normal to take good care of our people, that is why we offer you:

• A competitive package.
• Guaranteed Hours.
• Refer a friend bonus.
• A fully comprehensive induction.
• A good quality AB uniform.
• Continued professional development and in house DCPC periodic training.
• Modern high spec vehicles and trailers.
• On board computer systems for job detail.
• A safe working environment and a modern fleet with well-maintained equipment.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £14.87-£18.40 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate: Peterborough PE7 2AR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience: Driving a Goods Vehicle: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification: Category C+E Licence (required), Driver CPC (required)

Work Location: In person