HGV Technician Job profile

Salary £45,000 £50,000 per annum. 08:00hrs - 18:00hrs, Monday to Friday and every 4th Saturday.

Salary Competitive Salary: £20.79 per hour, equating to £45,405 per annum, based on working 48 hours per week. Hours: 06:00hrs to 18:00hrs, based on 4on 4off rota.

Location Stowmarket - IP14 5XS

Salary Competitive Salary: £43,786 per annum, based on 48 hours per week (includes shift allowance of £17.50 per shift for any shifts starting between 12:00hrs and 02:00hrs). Shift Hours: Start between 15:00hrs - 18:00hrs, Monday to Friday.

Salary Competitive Salary: £22.79 per hour, equating to £49,773 per annum, based on working 48 hours per week. Hours: 18:00hrs to 06:00hrs, based on 4on 4off rota.

Location Stowmarket - IP14 5XS

Salary Competitive Salary: £39,236 per annum, based 48 hours per week. Shift Hours: Start between 03:00hrs - 06:00hrs, Monday to Friday.

Salary: £17.42ph plus for all hours worked between 21:00hrs & 04:00hrs, you will receive an additional £2.75 per hour. Up to £3,412pa Tax Free night out allowance. Hours: 4on 4off.

Location Grangemouth - FK3 8XA

Salary £17.42 per hour plus for all hours worked between 21:00hrs & 04:00hrs, you will receive an additional £2.75 per hour. Up to £3,412pa Tax Free night out allowance. 4on 4off.

Salary £41,600 - Weekly Overtime paid after 56hrs. PLUS up to £4,800pa Tax Free night out allowance. Monday to Friday. £1000 welcome bonus when joining.

Location Lesmahagow - ML11 0JN

Salary £16.50ph 4on 4off. Day shifts start between 05:00 and 06:00.

Location Eurocentral - ML1 4XJ

Salary Competitive Salary: Hourly rate of £22.50ph. This includes holiday pay. PLUS for all hours worked between 21:00hrs & 04:00hrs, you will receive an additional £2.75 per hour.

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Salary £45,000-£50,000 per annum. 08:00hrs - 18:00hrs, Monday to Friday and every 4th Saturday.

About Us: At Pollock Scotrans Ltd, we are committed to delivering excellence in logistics and transport services. Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of compliance and operational efficiency. Join us and grow your career in a supportive and expanding business environment. We foster a strong culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.

Job Description: We are currently seeking a Senior Transport Planner in our Bathgate depot. This position will be working within the transport team and will involve all aspect of the transport administration processes and coordination of the day to day running of this busy contract.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and oversee transport operations, including nationwide deliveries and collections.
• Plan and allocate loads effectively using a fleet of articulated vehicles.
• Ensure timely and accurate deliveries and collections in line with customer requirements, while monitoring KPIs such as on-time performance, shift revenue, and vehicle utilisation.
• Manage and conduct driver briefings and debriefings on a daily and weekly basis.
• Collaborate with the warehouse team and on-site shunter to guarantee trailer and vehicle availability.
• Verify and record vehicle checks and defect reports via the Vehicle Check App.
• Communicate collection schedules and delivery bookings with internal teams and external customers.
• Hold regular meetings with Line Managers to review operational efficiency.
• Identify and develop opportunities to add value within the contract.
• Ensure all contracted work is scheduled through internal systems and aligns with customer expectations.
• Achieve daily revenue KPI targets and provide weekly performance reports to the Transport Manager.
• Maintain and update TMS systems for all contracted deliveries.
• Perform general administrative tasks, including filing, photocopying, and data entry.
• Comply with all business area policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• Experience of planning in the logistics industry is essential.
• Knowledge of legal compliance including driver's hours and Working Time Directive regulations.
• Ability to communicate at all levels.
• Strong geographical knowledge of the UK.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Why Join Pollock Scotrans Ltd?

• Hours: 08:00hrs - 18:00hrs, Monday to Friday and every 4 th
• Training: Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.
• Benefits: Additional holiday purchasing scheme , Retail discounts with Circular Benefits , Retail Trust Wellbeing Support , and more.
• Career Growth: Explore opportunities for professional development within our expanding business.
• Company Benefits: Excellent holiday allowance. Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme .
• Extras: Christmas Savings Club , Black Circle Tyre Discount , Cycle To Work Scheme , Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
• Wellbeing Support: Benefit from the Retail Trust Wellbeing Support program.
• Team Environment: Be part of a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration.

How to Apply

If you have the drive to be the best and want to be part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now!

Please submit your application as soon as possible. Due to high volumes of applications, we reserve the right to close adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications.

Eligibility: Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions. Proof of Right to Work will be required at the interview stage.

Contact Us: For any queries, please contact our Recruitment Team at . Our team is available Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to recruit directly but have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need assistance. We'll be in touch if we need you.