£43000 per annum
About the Role
This position is for an HGV Class 1 Driver based in Aldermaston, working full-time for a leading security logistics firm. The role offers a yearly salary of £43,000, supplemented by a nights out allowance, with overtime also accessible. Your duties will involve loading, transporting, and delivering specialised dangerous goods across the UK and Europe. Flexibility is essential, as the working pattern includes weekdays, weekends, overnight stays, early starts, and late finishes. An ADR qualification is beneficial but not mandatory, as comprehensive training is provided. The role demands a secure approach to handling specialised freight.
HGV Class 1 Driver
Pertemps are currently recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Driver on behalf of a leading security logistics company, based in Aldermaston.
Salary: £43,000 per annum plus nights out allowance.
Flexibility required: Your working week may include weekdays, overnight stays, weekends, early starts, late finishes, sometimes at short notice. Overtime available.
Location: Aldermaston, although the role will involve travelling to other locations throughout the UK and into Europe, in the course of your duties.
ADR Qualification - advantageous but not essential as full training and development will be provided
As an HGV Class 1 Driver you will be responsible for securely loading, transporting & delivering specialised freight namely Dangerous Goods (UN Hazardous Classes 1-9 including explosives & radioactive material), sensitive & prohibited items to client’s sites in accordance with ADR legislation.
For this HGV Class 1 Driver position you will need:
- Valid clean driving license held for at least 2 years.
- ADR 1-9 is mandatory for this role however full training will be provided.
- Careful professional drivers – some commercial driving experience advantageous.
- Physically fit, able to load and unload vehicles.
- Team player – much of our work is double manned.
- Strong customer service ethos.
- Undergo security vetting
- Valid HGV C E license
- ADR certification (desirable)
- Proven experience as a commercial driver
- Familiarity with flatbed driving
- Ability to prioritise safety and security while on the road
- Proof of 5 years UK residency
Benefits:
Company pension
Employee discount
Free parking
Life insurance
On-site parking
Referral programme
Sick pay
Store discount
If you are interested in this HGV Class 1 Driver role, please apply now!
Other jobs of interest...
NegotiablePerform a fresh search...
-
Create your ideal job search criteria by
completing our quick and simple form and
receive daily job alerts tailored to you!