HGV Class 1 Driver – Solihull, West Midlands People Solutions are currently recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Driver – Solihull, West Midlands to join our well-established client based in Solihull, West Midlands .
Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.
This role would suit candidates who have experience as an HGV Class 1 Driver, LGV Driver, or Class 1 Delivery Driver .
This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a well-known supplier of household goods, offering plenty of ongoing work and long-term opportunities.
Shifts • Monday to Friday • Start times between 03:00 and 06:00 • Some weekend availability required Rates of Pay • £17.00 per hour (Monday to Friday) • £18.00 per hour (Saturday) • £19.00 per hour (Sunday) Benefits As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will receive: • Excellent hourly rates • Ongoing work • Weekly pay • Overtime available • On-site canteen, vending machines and pool tables • Temporary to permanent opportunity • Immediate starts • Employee well-being programme Day-to-Day Duties As an HGV Class 1 Driver, your duties will include (but are not limited to): • Operating and driving 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 • Maintaining accurate records of shipments, mileage and fuel consumption • Reporting any vehicle defects or maintenance needs to management • Assisting with loading and unloading of cargo as required • Completing up to 3 store deliveries or trunking work depending on the run Essential Skills As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will need: • Valid UK Category CE (Class 1) driving licence • Minimum of 12 months' experience driving CE vehicles • Valid UK Driver CPC card and Digital Tachograph card • No more than six penalty points and no major endorsement codes • Good level of spoken and written English • Experience operating various trailer types • Punctual with excellent time-keeping • Effective communication skills • Flexible and available to work overtime when required • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Desirable Experience • Previous experience driving commercial vehicles Training Provided • Industry-related training and ongoing support throughout Apply 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. xxuwjjq