At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive HGV Class 1 vehicles delivering goods across London and the South.
- Company: Bennetts Haulage Ltd, a family-run business with a modern fleet.
- Benefits: Earn £39,000-£44,000 plus overtime, 28 days' holiday, and paid training.
- Other info: Immediate starts available; flexible full-time or part-time options.
- Why this job: Join a growing team and be the face of a respected haulage company.
- Qualifications: Must have Class 1 (C+E) licence and Driver CPC; experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 16.2 - 19.8 £ per hour.
Bennetts Haulage Ltd offers a salary of £39,000 to £44,000 basic plus plenty of overtime. This is a permanent position available for full-time or part-time work with an immediate start.
We are a family-run haulier based in Twyford, near Reading, since the 1950s, operating a modern and well-kept fleet. Our trucks have delivered to various locations including London building sites, Buckingham Palace, and Downing Street. We are looking for another Class 1 driver to join our team.
The work:
- Transporting building materials, palletised goods, scaffolding, and steel from our Twyford depot to sites across London and the South of England.
- Driving artics up to 44 tonnes, flatbed, and curtainside vehicles, with regular wagon & drag work available for experienced drivers.
- Engaging in proper professional haulage with no multi-drop deliveries.
- Day work with home every night, except for occasional paid UK night outs when required.
- Mostly Monday to Friday, 10-hour shifts, with overtime available for those who want it.
What you'll need:
- A Class 1 (C+E) licence, valid Driver CPC, and a digital tachograph card.
- Ideally, experience with wagon & drag as there is regular drawbar work available.
- A Hiab or Moffett ticket is ideal and will be paid accordingly; FORS training is a huge plus.
- To live within about 30 minutes of our Twyford depot (RG10) to avoid long commutes.
- Comfortable in and around London, and reliable, professional, and polite as you will represent Bennetts on every site.
What we offer:
- A salary of £38,000 to £42,000 basic depending on experience, plus plenty of overtime.
- All relevant tickets paid accordingly, including Hiab, Moffett, and wagon & drag experience.
- Paid training kept current: ALLMI Hiab, Moffett, FORS, Driver CPC.
- A modern, well-maintained fleet; we take care of our trucks just as we do our drivers.
- 28 days' holiday (including bank holidays), workplace pension, full PPE, and free on-site parking.
- A family-run firm where you'll know everyone's name and they'll know yours.
If you don't tick every box but have the C+E and the right attitude, please apply anyway; we are open to discussing training. Full-time or part-time options are available; let us know if a shorter week suits you better when you call.
How to apply:
- Immediate starts available. Call 01189 401 402 for a quick chat; we prefer conversation over reading CVs.
- Alternatively, apply directly through the site where you're reading this.
Bennetts Haulage Ltd, The Piggery, London Road, Twyford, Reading RG10 9TZ.
HGV Class 1 (Artic) Driver Twyford, Reading (RG10) employer: Bennetts Haulage Ltd
Bennetts Haulage Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a supportive family-run environment where every driver is valued and known by name. With competitive salaries ranging from £39,000 to £44,000 plus ample overtime opportunities, employees enjoy a modern fleet, paid training, and a strong commitment to work-life balance, ensuring that drivers are home every night. Located in Twyford, near Reading, the company fosters a culture of professionalism and reliability, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the haulage industry.
