At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive an HGV Class 1 vehicle for night trunking duties and ensure safe transport.
- Company: Join a family-run business with over 50 years of experience in the transport industry.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, annual leave, health insurance, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Secure parking and opportunities for career growth in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a supportive team and drive cutting-edge vehicles while making a difference.
- Qualifications: Must have a full C+E driving licence and in-date driver CPC.
The predicted salary is between 35256 - 40000 £ per year.
We are looking for an HGV Class 1 driver to join our company to carry out night trunking duties. Drivers will be expected to attend our Bideford site to carry out a night trunk in an artic vehicle to the Palletforce hub at Burton upon Trent, unload, reload and return to base.
Evans Transport is part of the ET Holdings group. The company has been running for over 50 years and is still very much a family company with 3 generations of the Evans family actively involved in the business. The business is run from various depots around the country and comprises over 250 trucks and trailers.
If you live or want to relocate to the area and this meets your skill set, please get in touch.
Responsibilities and Duties for Class 1 Driver (Nights)- Ensure the most direct truck-friendly route is taken.
- Ensure the vehicle is safe and fit to be on the road by carrying out adequate daily checks.
- Work within the tachograph and working time directive laws.
- Meet our connection times for loading and unloading at the pallet hub.
- Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Report any issues effectively and promptly to management.
- Be able to work to a productive nature.
- Full driving licence with C+E vocation.
- In date driver CPC and digital tachograph.
- Possess good literacy and numeracy skills.
- Have a reasonable level of fitness.
- Presentable, good attitude and polite.
- Counterbalance forklift experience beneficial but not essential.
- LST experience beneficial but not essential.
- Competitive Salary.
- 22 days annual leave + Bank Holidays; additional holiday for time served.
- Company Pension Scheme.
- Meal allowance.
- PPE and uniform supplied.
- Health Insurance Scheme.
- Ongoing paid training provided - CPC, specialist training.
- Secure parking.
- Medical renewals.
- Licence and Digi card renewals.
- Bike to work Scheme.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £49,192.00 per year (includes £20 per week meal allowance).
Locations
HGV Class 1 Driver in Bideford, Devon employer: EVANS TRANSPORT LIMITED
Join our dynamic team as a Class 1 HIAB driver, where we prioritise safety and professionalism in delivering goods across the UK. With competitive salaries, generous annual leave, and ongoing training opportunities, we foster a supportive work culture that values your growth and well-being. Our Bideford, Exeter, Wrangaton, and Caldicot depots offer secure parking and a range of benefits, making us an excellent employer for those seeking a rewarding driving career.
