Multi Skilled HGV Driver


Backline Logistics Support Services
Published
26th April 2024
Location
Exeter
Category
Job Type
Ongoing  
Salary/Pay Figure
£13.50 - £15.00
Salary/Pay Type
Per Hour
Job Reference
EXE0145

Description

By choosing Backline, you will experience stable, secure employment with the added benefit of variety, flexibility and being part of a team with a pedigree in the Transport & logistics sector.

Backline are currently recruiting for HGV 1/Category CE and HGV 2/Category C drivers on a full time or part time basis.

We are currently looking to add to the existing driver pool we already have with flexible and varied skilled drivers to represent us to a variety of our clients. If you enjoy a job where each day isn’t the same and varied roles this is the job for you!

Key benefits:

  • Security and stability
  • Free upskilling and refresher training for HIAB, ADR, CPC etc.

This is a unique opportunity with one of the UK's leading logistics contract companies.

We are not just another agency. Working for Backline is not just a job it can be a career, we listen and find you work that suits you.

What we are offering:

  • Pay rates from £13.50 - £15.00
  • Overtime available
  • Enhanced pay rates for weekend work (Optional)
  • Flexible work patterns
  • Pension Scheme after 3 months
  • Uniform and PPE
  • Regular, varied work ie. no two days are the same
  • Security / stability
  • A sense of belonging to a team
  • Ongoing career development training

About You:

  • Own Transport essential
  • You will have held your Class 1(Cat CE) or Class 2 (Cat C) for a minimum of 2 years
  • Maximum 6 points for minor offences
  • Experience essential
  • Looking for flexibility and variation
  • Looking for appreciation and a good team ethic
  • A good knowledge and experience of driving all types of trucks
  • Eager to learn new skills
  • An appreciation of good customer service
  • Hiab ticket and experience an advantage

General responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • A mixture of Class 1 and 2, Hiab, Dust Cart, Skip, Ro-Ro, Plant Machinery, ADR work and Caged deliveries and collections
  • Completing all relevant paperwork for deliveries and/or collections as required
  • Ensuring daily vehicle checks and defect reports are completed
  • Liaising with your line manager to communicate any issues relevant to the work you have been allocated
  • Adhering to all relevant road traffic and working time regulations
  • Maintaining accurate driving hours, working time and rest period/break records using the appropriate method (digi/analogue tachograph)

Typically, your shift pattern will be Monday to Friday, with shifts starting between 05:00 and 09:00 although this may vary, within reason, in line with the needs of the business.

Backline cannot be compared to traditional recruitment businesses. We look to build long term relationships with drivers by offering unique benefits, enhancing skills, maximising pay and making full-time, permanent employment a reality. 

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