HGV Class 1 (C+E) Articulated Flatbed Driver
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Location: Carmarthenshire, South Wales
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, early morning starts, with nights out required
Job Description
JDR Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Articulated Flatbed Driver on behalf of a well-established and reputable business based in Carmarthenshire.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and growing company, operating a modern, brand-new fleet of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, delivering steel products and materials to customers and commercial sites throughout the UK.
The successful candidate will be responsible for transporting loads of up to approximately 23 tonnes, with deliveries taking place across the country. This is a nationwide driving position, so flexibility to travel longer distances and complete overnight stays is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Operating Class 1 articulated flatbed vehicles safely and professionally.
- Transporting steel products and materials to various locations throughout the UK.
- Ensuring all loads are correctly secured and transported in accordance with road safety regulations.
- Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects.
- Completing deliveries efficiently while maintaining excellent customer service.
- Complying with drivers' hours, tachograph regulations and road transport legislation.
- Working closely with the transport team to ensure deliveries are completed safely and on schedule.
- Completing overnight stays as required by delivery schedules.
Requirements
- Valid HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) driving licence.
- Valid Driver CPC qualification and digital tachograph card.
- Previous experience operating articulated HGV vehicles.
- Previous flatbed driving and load-securing experience is highly desirable.
- Experience transporting steel or similar heavy materials would be advantageous.
- Good understanding of load restraint, including the use of straps and chains.
- Flexible approach to early morning starts, nationwide deliveries and nights out.
- Reliable, professional and safety-conscious attitude.
- Good communication and organisational skills.
What's on Offer?
- Salary of approximately £35,000 - £40,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
- Monday to Friday working week.
- Opportunity to drive a brand-new fleet of Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
- Nationwide deliveries offering variety in your working week.
- Overnight allowances and associated expenses covered.
- Long-term career opportunity with an established and successful business.
- Supportive transport team and professional working environment.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
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JDR Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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