Class 1 Driver – Tankfreight

Job Description

Class 1 Driver – Woodside Tankfreight

Location: Liverpool

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off dayshift

Who Are We?

Woodside Logistics Group has over 50 years’ experience of transporting between Great Britain and Ireland. There is a strong ‘can do’ culture within Woodside Logistics, driving us to find solutions which makes meeting our customers’ needs a priority. We also place great emphasis on maintaining quality equipment, delivering quality training and applying rigorous controls. Operating across the UK and Ireland, we are proud to have one of the largest and most diverse trailer fleets in the industry.

What Are We Looking For?

We’re looking for an HGV driver that holds a C+E licence to join our team at our operation in Liverpool. You will be undertaking the delivery & collection of products on behalf of Woodside Tankfreight and its customers.

The Person

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to drive a high spec, modern and well‑maintained fleet and we place great emphasis on maintaining quality equipment, delivering quality training and applying rigorous controls. We require a driver who has the ability to work as part of a team, is confident in the use of smart phones and is reliable and conscientious with a flexible attitude toward work.

The Role

• General driving duties, observing current legal and best practice, delivering and collecting to/from our customers’ premises.
• Loading and delivering of food / non food grade goods on behalf of major blue chip companies.
• Full and ongoing training will be provided by our team of dedicated Driver Trainers.

Pay Rates

• Potential earnings of up to £16.39 per hour
• Guaranteed 10-hour shifts
• Plentiful overtime paid at up to £18.02 per hour Mon – Fri and up to £20.22 per hour on a Saturday / Sunday
• Overnight £26 per night
• Meal Allowance (Paid on or after 10 hours of working) £3.00

Essential Criteria

• A full UK C+E licence.
• Digital tachograph card and driver’s CPC qualification card.
• Able to maintain a good standard of driving.
• Clean licence preferable but up to a maximum 6 points is acceptable.
• Good knowledge of drivers hours and WTD regulations.

Desirable Criteria

• 12 months previous tanker driving experience.
• ADR in tanks.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rate and allowance for nights out (if applicable).
• Full induction and training on all aspects of the role is provided on a one‑on‑one basis with one of our Driver Trainers.
• Fully funded healthcare plan with Health Shield.
• Long service recognition.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Opportunities for personal development.
• Role specific training.

For More Information And To Apply

Complete our online application form

Email your CV to recruitment@woodsides.com

Call 07741 756520

Or Text RECRUIT and your name to 66777

Our Diversity and Inclusion commitments

Woodside Logistics Group is committed to having an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong. If you require accommodations to be made during the recruitment process or have questions relating to accessibility, please contact us.

Please note the company operate pre‑employment drugs screening testing and any offer of employment made is conditional upon a clear pre‑employment drugs screening test.