HGV Class 1 Driver – West Bromwich

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Driver to join our well-established client based in West Bromwich, West Midlands.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering great rates of pay and genuine opportunities to grow and progress.

This position is ideal for applicants looking for a role as a LGV Class 1 Driver, CE Driver or Articulated Lorry Driver.

Shifts

  •  Thursday to Monday
  •  Afternoon starts between 14:00 and 17:00

Rates of Pay

  •  £17.20 per hour (basic)
  •  £20.00 per hour after 20:00 (Monday to Saturday)
  •  £22.00 per hour (Sunday)

Benefits

  •  Excellent hourly rates
  •  Ongoing work
  •  Weekly pay
  •  On-site canteen
  •  Training provided
  •  Immediate starts
  •  Employee well-being programme

Day-to-Day Duties

  •  Carrying out RDC or brewery deliveries (curtain-side, no handball required)
  •  Operating and driving Class 1 (Category CE) vehicles safely and efficiently
  •  Carrying out pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
  •  Ensuring all loads are loaded and secured correctly
  •  Adhering to traffic laws and regulations
  •  Communicating effectively with dispatch and customers
  •  Reporting any vehicle defects or maintenance needs to management
  •  Assisting with loading and unloading of cargo as required
  •  Delivering cages to DCs and supermarkets
  •  Completing up to 2 drops per shift

Essential Skills

  •  Valid UK Category CE driving licence
  •  Minimum of 12 month's experience driving CE vehicles
  •  Valid UK Driver CPC card and Digital Tachograph card
  •  No more than six penalty points for minor offences and no major endorsement codes
  •  Good level of spoken and written English
  •  Punctual with excellent time-keeping
  •  Good understanding of traffic laws and regulations
  •  Effective communication skills

Desirable Experience

  •  Previous commercial driving experience
  •  Previous multi-drop delivery experience

Training Provided

  •  Driver assessment must be completed before starting

Contact: If you are ready to take on this opportunity as an HGV Class 1 Driver, please apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.