At a Glance
- Tasks: Transport containers safely across the UK while ensuring compliance and excellent customer service.
- Company: Millison Chase Limited, a supportive team in the logistics sector.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible shifts, holiday pay, and pension enrolment.
- Other info: Ongoing work with opportunities for career progression.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and gain valuable experience in container logistics.
- Qualifications: Valid HGV C+E licence and at least 1 year of driving experience.
The predicted salary is between 18 - 18 £ per hour.
Millison Chase Limited Recruitment is currently recruiting experienced HGV C+E Class 1 Container Drivers for ongoing container transport work across the UK. We are looking for reliable and professional drivers to carry out container movements between ports, distribution centres, rail freight terminals, storage depots, and customer delivery locations nationwide.
This role involves transporting loaded and empty shipping containers safely and efficiently while maintaining high standards of professionalism, compliance, and customer service. Drivers will be responsible for collecting and delivering containers from major UK ports and logistics hubs, ensuring all paperwork, seal checks, and vehicle inspections are completed accurately. Work may include waiting times at ports and terminals, strict booking slots, and adherence to site-specific procedures. Both day and night shifts are available, with ongoing full-time work for successful candidates. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Class 1 Drivers looking for consistent work within the container and port logistics sector.
Pay & Progression
- Days: £18.00 per hour
- Nights: £19.00 per hour
- Weekends: Up to £22.00 per hour
- Weekly PAYE pay through Millison Chase Limited
- Ongoing regular work available
Key Responsibilities
- Transporting loaded and empty shipping containers nationwide
- Completing collections and deliveries between ports, rail terminals, depots, RDCs, and customer sites
- Carrying out container lock and seal checks before departure
- Ensuring all transport and port paperwork is completed accurately
- Following booking times and port collection procedures
- Carrying out daily vehicle and trailer safety checks
- Reporting defects and operational issues promptly
- Following all drivers hours and tachograph regulations
- Operating vehicles safely and professionally at all times
- Maintaining excellent communication with transport planners, ports, and customers
Requirements
- Valid UK HGV C+E (Class 1) Licence
- Valid Driver CPC Card
- Digital Tachograph Card
- Minimum 1 year Class 1 driving experience (for insurance purposes)
- Good communication and timekeeping skills
- Port cards such as DP World, Port of Felixstowe, or similar port access accreditation (NOT ESSENTIAL)
- Experience operating sliding skeletal trailers
What We Offer
- Ongoing regular work
- Flexible day and night shift patterns
- Weekly PAYE pay directly through Millison Chase Limited
- Holiday pay accrued
- Workplace pension enrolment after qualifying period
- Friendly and supportive transport team
- Modern fleet and clean working environment
- Opportunity to gain valuable container logistics experience
How to Apply
If you are an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for ongoing container transport work, apply today with your CV. Click apply and follow the instructions.
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