At a Glance
- Tasks: Transport goods safely and efficiently on pre-planned routes while providing exceptional customer service.
- Company: Join Whistl North, a leading logistics business that values its drivers.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, career development, health plans, and long service rewards.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and professional development.
- Why this job: Be part of a supportive team with job security and potential overtime earnings.
- Qualifications: Valid Class 1 or Class 2 licence and excellent driving record required.
The predicted salary is between 13.5 - 16.5 £ per hour.
Are you an experienced Class 1 or Class 2 HGV Driver looking for long-term stability, a modern fleet, and a company that truly values its drivers? At Whistl North, we’re a leading logistics business transforming delivery management across the UK. We’re growing and looking for reliable, professional drivers to join our team.
Whether you’re seeking career progression, job security, or a supportive, people-first working environment, we offer it all. Plus, with potential overtime earnings of up to £9,750 per year (Class 1, based on an average of 8 hours overtime per week), your hard work can really pay off.
Working Hours
- 42 hours guaranteed, with overtime paid after 42 hours at £23.46
- Night Shift Class 1 - Monday to Friday, 7:30 pm
- Class 2 Monday to Friday - 9:30 am
Join our team of HGV Drivers in Whistl North and be part of a company that values professionalism, safety, and customer satisfaction above all else!
About the Role
As a Whistl HGV Driver, you’ll be responsible for transporting goods on pre-planned, designated routes. We operate a collection and injection to carrier model, giving you a more structured and predictable day. You’ll be representing the Whistl brand, delivering exceptional service with every journey and helping ensure our customers’ goods arrive on time and in perfect condition.
As an HGV Driver at Whistl, you will:
- Operate and maintain HGV vehicles safely and efficiently.
- Ensure the timely and secure delivery of goods to designated locations.
- Complete all necessary paperwork and documentation accurately and promptly.
- Provide exceptional customer service.
- Adhere to all relevant traffic laws, safety regulations, and company policies.
- Conduct routine vehicle inspections and report any maintenance or safety issues.
Benefits
- Annual leave enhanced with long service.
- Company Pension.
- Long service rewards: both financial and leave-based.
- Health cash plan.
- Life assurance scheme.
- Critical Illness cover.
- Access to our prestige benefits and rewards portal.
- Career development opportunities.
- Access to a well-established Employee Assistance Programme provider.
- And other excellent benefits you’d expect from a market leader.
Requirements
- A valid Class 1 (Cat C+E) - Class 2 (Cat C) licence.
- CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) qualification (the cost of renewals required during employment will be covered by Whistl).
- Digital tachograph card.
- Excellent driving record with no major violations or accidents and a strong knowledge of traffic laws and regulations.
- Ability to handle physical demands.
- Good communication skills to quickly understand instructions and liaise effectively with colleagues and customers.
- Exceptional time management and organisational skills.
If you are not successful on this occasion, we may retain your CV on file for future driving opportunities, in line with GDPR requirements. You may request the removal of your details at any time.
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