HGV Class 1 Driver (4/4 Days) West Thurrock Service & Support
Posted 12 days 22 hours ago by Hgvtraders
Lockwood Group of Companies • West Thurrock, RM20 4EL, GB
New business developments on the horizon are allowing us to recruit experienced HGV drivers. We are looking for drivers to be based from S&R Smith and Son, RM20 4EL.
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off days
Hours: Based on 12 hours per day - paid on an average of 3.5 shifts per week (182 shifts per annum / weeks). Hours are guaranteed only, hours may differ depending upon workload.
Rate: £15.67 per hour
Other bonuses: Early start bonus & night out allowance
The Role- To ensure accurate and timely communication with the Transport team
- To deliver goods in a timely and professional manner
- Training opportunities available to develop existing skills i.e. ADR, driver assessor, FLT licences.
- Very well presented modern fleet that are predominately MAN, Scania, DAF & Iveco
- Permanent contract with minimum agreed hours paid
- Paid holiday entitlement (20 days per annum)
- Full PPE & uniform provided
- Modern vehicle fleet
- Funded CPC courses
- Candidates will be a fully qualified HGV Class 1 (C+E) driver with a CPC, valid Digi card and a good understanding of Tachograph and WTD rules.
- You will be reliable and punctual and have a flexible approach
- Good verbal communication with excellent customer service skills and a professional approach
- Previous Class 1 experience is preferred but not essential.
- Friendly and supportive work environment
- Opportunities for career growth and development within the Lockwood Group
- Free on-site parking
- Multiple employee engagement initiatives to get involved with - and we're always keen for new ideas!
Unfortunately there is no dedicated phone line to deal with applications by phone.
Additional Benefits- Company Pension
- Bonus Scheme
Established in 1965, the Lockwood Group is a family run business and currently has over 350 employees spanning 7 UK sites. The group's activities include UK haulage and storage, frozen food production and co packing solutions.
S&R Smith and Son, West Thurrock (part of the Lockwood Group of Companies) specialise in general haulage & distribution in and around the South East of England.