HGV Class 1 Driver
Join our team at Explore, a safety-focused specialist transport operation with typical earnings of approximately £54,000, paid breaks and ongoing CPC training. All drivers are allocated a dedicated state of the art Scania truck. A C+E licence, valid CPC and tacho card are essential for Monday-to-Friday tramping.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: HGV Driver, Class 1 Driver, LGV Class 1 Driver, C+E Driver, HGV C+E Driver, HGV 1 Driver, LGV C+E Driver, HGV Class 1 Tramper, Class 1 Tramper Driver, HGV Tramper Driver
SALARY: Approximately £54,000 per annum typical earnings + Benefits; £13.50 basic rate, rising to £14.00 after 18 months and £14.50 after 36 months; £14.50 night rate (6pm-6am)
LOCATION: Worksop, Nottinghamshire
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday tramping; typical earnings are based on a 50-55 hour working week with 2 additional weekend shifts every 3 weeks, plus driver allowances where applicable
JOB OVERVIEW
This is a strong opportunity to join a safety-led specialist transport operation serving varied industries. The HGV Class 1 Driver will support reliable, efficient haulage while working to high road-safety and load-security standards.
Working Monday to Friday on a tramping pattern, the HGV Class 1 Driver will use GPS and route information to meet delivery deadlines and communicate clearly with colleagues and customers.
With ongoing CPC training, upskilling and internal progression available, the HGV Class 1 Driver can continue developing within a team focused on safety, service and sustainability. The permanent appointment is subject to a successful probation period.
ABOUT US
Explore is a FORS Gold accredited, nationwide Transport and Rail business providing specialist services across the UK. With a fleet of 200+ vehicles and a team of 300+ people, Explore is driven by its core values of Safety, Service and Sustainability, with a strong focus on high standards, customer service and operational efficiency.
DUTIES
- Safe Vehicle Operation: Operate the vehicle in line with traffic laws, road regulations and road-safety standards
- Load Security: Load and unload securely and efficiently, applying appropriate securing techniques
- Route Navigation: Read and interpret maps and use GPS navigation systems effectively to support timely deliveries
- Delivery Planning: Organise journeys and time effectively to meet delivery deadlines
- Communication: Understand movement orders and liaise clearly with colleagues and customers
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
- Full UK driving licence with C+E entitlement
- Valid Driver CPC
- Valid tacho card
- Ability to read and interpret maps and use GPS navigation systems effectively
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- Good communication skills and ability to understand movement orders
DESIRABLE
- Flatbed experience
- Construction logistics knowledge or experience
BENEFITS
- Paid breaks
- £10.00 daily meal allowance and £26.20 night-out allowance where applicable
- Full PPE provided
- Generous holiday allowance plus statutory bank holidays and service-related increases
- Ongoing training to maintain full CPC hours
- Ongoing training and upskilling
- Career development and opportunities for internal progression
- Service-related pay increases after 18 and 36 months
Please be advised we reserve the right to close the advert early.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
JOB REF: AWDO-P15180
This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of Explore
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