LGV Driver in Birmingham

Responsibilities

• Identify and comply with digital Tachograph operation and drivers' hours' legislation.
• Maintain understanding and compliance with the Working Time Directive for mobile workers; observe statutory break periods, record all breaks using the tachograph, and prioritise driver’s hours rules over WTD rules.
• Ensure all loading and unloading activity is carried out safely; position and secure loads to avoid overloading axles and prevent movement during transit, including manual handling of hoses.
• Be aware of scheduled 6‑weekly safety inspection timetable and liaise with the Manager and garage to book inspections.
• Carry out daily maintenance and defect checks of the vehicle according to the Daily Vehicle Defect Check Report; report defects promptly to the Manager and continually monitor the vehicle for emerging defects such as warning lights.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Full LGV driving licence (no more than 6 points) and Class 2 licence.
• HIAB/ALMI certification.
• Demonstrable experience in a similar industry.
• Over 21 years of age (for insurance purposes).
• Good level of physical fitness to load and unload vehicles at customer sites and Selwood branches.
• Strong communication skills to interact with the hire desk, colleagues, and customers.
• Self‑motivated, strong work ethic, and a commitment to health & safety standards.
• Compliance with Department of Transport Regulations and the Highway Code.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Eligible for overtime pay (for additional hours and call‑outs).
• 25 days holiday (plus length of service increases) and 8 Bank Holidays.
• Holiday buying (up to an additional week).
• Medical cash plan (reimbursement for health costs such as dentist or optician, access to 24‑hour online GP services, discounted gym memberships).
• Company pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings, not just salary.
• Life assurance protection at 3 times salary.
• Employee discount scheme (vouchers for supermarkets, high‑street shops, holidays, and more).
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and access to Mental Health First Aiders.
• Employee referral scheme (up to £1,000 per referral).
• Support for development and training.

Workdry International Ltd is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among its workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We value transparency, respect others, and understand differences. We give full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. As part of your recruitment journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments.