Job Details
Horse Transport Driver
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Closing Date for Applicants:
Tuesday 31st March 2026
HGV Class 2 (Category C) and LGV Drivers
Due to an increase in workload, C&C Horse Transport Ltd are looking to recruit casual drivers for the family-owned business, based in Stokesley.
We are currently looking for experienced and reliable HGV Class 2 (Category C) and LGV Drivers to join our team of National and International equine drivers. This is a great opportunity for drivers who are confident transporting horses to multiple locations within both the UK, Ireland and Europe and who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
C&C Horse Transport are a long-established company committed to driving standards and providing a gold standard of care and welfare for all the equines transported. As a transporter of choice for major National equine organisations and businesses, we take pride in providing the highest level of service and support to leading Racehorse Trainers and Welfare Organisations.
About the role
As a Driver for C&C you will be responsible for the transport and delivery of equines in a safe and timely manner, always providing a high level of welfare and professional customer service whilst meeting delivery schedules. No two days are ever the same and you will be expected to join in with emergency equine rescues, taking mares and foals to stud in Ireland and the UK, sales work and racing including overnight stays.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Safely loading and securing equines on the vehicle; Undertake checks at point of delivery to ensure equines have not sustained any knocks during transport and the customer is happy;
2. Supervising and assisting with the loading and unloading of equines into the lorry.
3. Maintaining and conducting basic checks of their vehicle, including brake, oil or tyre checks
4. Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues daily and on-going throughout the day; Ensuring vehicles are mechanically sound.
5. Confirm delivery instructions, plan routes accordingly and meet delivery schedules; Staying aware of any route diversions or updates to their delivery journey;
6. Organising multiple drop-offs and deliveries in each working day.
7. Logging delivery information correctly; Communicate effectively with office team regarding delivery schedules and any potential delays;
8. Complete delivery paperwork – note any errors or returns; Updating vehicle log books, recording deliveries and tracking mileage.
9. Having a strong awareness of the UK highway code; Always drive the vehicle safely and professionally in accordance with the Law; Adhere to EU Tachograph and WTD Driver Hours;
10. Planning driving breaks for safety purposes during long-distance hauls.
11. Provide excellent customer service when interacting with clients during deliveries.
12. Ability to provide a common sense approach to work.
Essential
13. Full UK licence
14. Good geographical knowledge and route planning skills
15. Competent with horse handing experience
16. Ability to safely load and unload a variety of equines
17. A positive, can-do attitude and professional approach
18. Live within a 30 mile radius of TS9 6QD
Desirable
19. Minimum 1 year horse transport experience.
20. Certificate of competence driving equines over 8 hours.
21. Full UK Class 2 (Category C) licence
22. Valid CPC & Digi Tacho card, Have a full understanding and comply with EU Tachograph regulations
What We Offer:
23. Monthly pay
24. On-site parking and facilities
25. Staff Discount