About This Role Are you an experienced Class 1 / HGV / LGV Driver looking for a secure, long-term opportunity within a well-established Truck and Trailer rental business? As a Class 1 Driver with Dawsongroup, you’ll be instrumental in supporting our rental operations, ensuring vehicles are delivered, collected and handled safely, efficiently and professionally. Transporting HGVs and trailers between customer sites, company branches and workshops. Preparing and presenting vehicles for MOT and assisting with fleet transfers as required. Carrying out daily walkaround checks and completing accurate defect reports prior to each journey. Parking and securing vehicles in accordance with company security procedures. Assisting the branch with additional operational tasks, including vehicle check-in/check-out processes, cleaning vehicles to required standards and occasional internal transport requests. About You You are a reliable and safety-focused driver who takes genuine pride in your work. You recognise that every journey reflects on the business and understand the importance of compliance, road safety and maintaining high operational standards. You’re adaptable and comfortable with a varied workload and changing daily routes. A valid UK LGV/HGV Class 1 licence (essential). A valid UK Driver Qualification Card (CPC). Comfortable completing essential paperwork and defect documentation accurately. Committed to working within Health and Safety guidelines and safe systems of work. Professional, courteous and well-presented when interacting with customers. If you feel you don’t meet every requirement listed, we still encourage you to apply. We value strong work ethic, dependability and professionalism just as highly as experience. About Us Dawsongroup Truck and Trailer is part of Dawsongroup, one of Europe’s leading asset rental organisations and the UK’s largest independent provider in the sector. Established in asset rental since 1974, with trading roots dating back to 1935, we continue to build long-term partnerships through a smarter asset strategy. Now backed by KKR, we remain committed to the principles and standards that have shaped our success for more than 90 years. Over five decades of expertise in commercial vehicle rental and contract hire. A nationwide branch network supporting customers across the UK. A strong reputation built on compliance, integrity and customer service excellence. A clear commitment to sustainability and responsible fleet management. Dawsongroup is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. About Your Future This is a practical, branch-based role offering variety and responsibility. You’ll join a supportive team environment with real opportunities to grow your skills within a stable and expanding asset rental business. 24 days annual leave plus your Birthday and Bank Holidays, with the option to earn or purchase up to 10 additional days. 2x life assurance cover. Funded training and clear internal progression routes, both nationally and internationally. Access to wellbeing and mental health support. Cycle to work scheme and seasonal staff recognition gifts. If you’re ready to move your driving career forward with a company that prioritises safety, teamwork and professionalism, we’d be pleased to hear from you. Join Dawsongroup and be part of a business where your contribution genuinely makes a difference, because our people are our greatest asset. DG26