At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive HGVs for multi-drop deliveries across Northern Ireland and ensure excellent customer service.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at RiverRidge, a leader in the waste industry.
- Benefits: Earn £16.22 per hour, enjoy bonuses, overtime pay, and 28 days annual leave.
- Other info: Flexible hours with opportunities for overtime and career growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a vital service, driving change while enjoying a competitive salary and benefits.
- Qualifications: Valid HGV licence, good communication skills, and at least 6 months driving experience required.
The predicted salary is between 16.22 - 16.22 £ per hour.
We are currently looking for full time HGV Drivers (C) to join our busy teams at our site in Portadown and Garvagh. As a Driver you will be required to complete multi drop deliveries and collections throughout NI. The Driver will also be required to collect and move commercial containers when required.
As an AM shift Driver, you will start at 05.30am based from Garvagh site, Monday to Friday, with Saturdays required, on a rota basis. As an AM shift Driver, you will start at 6am based from Portadown site, Monday to Friday, with Saturdays required, on a rota basis.
- Ensure excellent customer service skills that support the RiverRidge Brand
- Ensure Health & Safety adherence at all times
- Complete vehicle checks in line with Operating licence procedures, reporting any defects to the Transport Office (both electronically and verbally)
- Follow all regulations relating to driver’s hours and safe operation of heavy goods vehicles
- Work collaboratively with the transport team to ensure excellent operational service is maintained, and continually improved
- Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Undertake all necessary training, & cooperate with the security clearance process as required
- Any other duties as delegated by the Transport Department
Must hold a valid HGV licence – Category ‘C’
Must hold a Digital Tachograph card and Full Driver CPC
Full UK Driving Licence (Max of 6 penalty points)
Security Clearances
Ability to undertake manual work
Flexible approach to working hours is required in relation to finish times, weekends, and bank holidays
Team Player
Good Communication skills (both verbal and written)
Good Knowledge of driver’s hours, rules, and regulations
Minimum of 6 months HGV driving experience
Previous experience working in the waste industry
Any offer of employment will be subject to a successful driving assessment.
Must be able to provide documentation to confirm your eligibility to work in the UK.
Applicants who have been unsuccessful for this role within the past 6 months will not be considered.
What we offer!
- Competitive Hourly Rate – £16.22ph
- Annual Bonus scheme available
- Overtime rate of Time and a Half for hours worked over 44 hours Monday to Friday
- Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holiday – Time and a Half
- 28 days Annual leave (incl. of 8 Customary/Bank Holidays)
- Company pension scheme
- Employee Uniform
In the event of a large number of applications we reserve the right to enhance our selection criteria at the short-listing stage.
HGV Driver in Garvagh employer: RiverRidge
Join RiverRidge as an HGV Driver and experience a rewarding career with competitive pay, including an annual bonus scheme and generous overtime rates. Our supportive work culture prioritises safety and teamwork, providing ample opportunities for professional growth while ensuring you enjoy a healthy work-life balance in the beautiful locations of Portadown and Garvagh.
