At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive a seven-car transporter, collect vehicles, and manage paperwork.
- Company: Join Charles Trent, a forward-thinking transport company in Poole.
- Benefits: Earn up to £40,000, enjoy discounted petrol, health plans, and extra holidays.
- Other info: Teamwork and problem-solving are at the heart of our success.
- Why this job: Experience variety and responsibility while making a real impact in transport.
- Qualifications: HGV Class 1 licence, CPC and DIGI card required; vehicle recovery experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 15.3 - 18.7 £ per hour.
Are you an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for a role with variety and responsibility? Join our talented transport team in Poole, where every day is different. You’ll be on the frontline of our business, working directly with customers and supporting our operational and material handling teams to keep things moving.
In this role, you’ll collect vehicles from a range of locations, from customers’ homes to commercial units, often dealing with accident damaged or non-running cars that require winching. You’ll need to be mechanically minded, quick-thinking, and confident in problem solving on the go.
Location: Poole, Dorset
Working Pattern: Monday - Friday
Reporting to: Transport Manager
Requirements of the role:
- Driving a seven-car transporter across multiple locations
- Collecting end-of-life, insurance, and damaged vehicles for return to Poole
- Occasional nights out will be required (paid extra)
- Carrying out depot-to-depot transfers as required
- Managing paperwork accurately on a daily basis
- Working closely with the transport, operational, and material handling teams
- 48 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Experience & Essential Qualities:
- HGV Class 1 (Class CE) licence holder
- CPC and DIGI card (must be valid and in date)
- Good understanding of drivers’ hours and regulations
- Literacy and numeracy skills for paperwork completion
- Experience in vehicle recovery or transporter work with a semi-trailer car transporter (highly desirable but not essential)
- Able to provide two references
Why Join Us?
- Discounted petrol and staff discount on parts
- After probation: Health Cash Plan with Health Shield
- Critical Illness cover with Unum
- Death in Service cover
- Family Day and Community Volunteer Day
- Additional holiday after 3 years’ service
- Increased pension contributions after 5 years
At Charles Trent, we take pride in being a successful, forward-thinking business where teamwork, problem-solving, and customer service are at the heart of what we do. If you’re ready to bring your skills to our growing transport team, we’d love to hear from you.
HGV Class 1 Driver - Up to £40,000 Total Earnings in Poole employer: Charles Trent
At Charles Trent, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment in our modern workshop located in Poole, Dorset. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our comprehensive benefits package, including discounted fuel, health cash plans, and opportunities for community engagement, all while fostering a culture of teamwork and precision in vehicle dismantling. Join us to not only advance your mechanical skills but also contribute to a sustainable future by giving quality parts a second life.
