truck driver

truck driver Stafford, England

David Watson Transport
Full Time Stafford, England 50000 - 42000 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

What’s the role?

Working as an HGV Driver, for David Watson Transport, you will be responsible for the safe loading, transport and delivery of various goods to our customers across the country.

You must be flexible with the hours of work, as your start times may vary. The role will include nights out and you will be expected to work some weekends.

As we are a FORS Gold operator we are looking for drivers who share our values in terms of safety, professionalism and setting the standards for others to follow.

Duties will include the following:

  • Ensuring goods are safely secured;
  • Working at height;
  • Keeping your vehicle in good condition;
  • Completing delivery paperwork;
  • Acting as an ambassador for the company.

Benefits?

As part of our driving workforce, you’ll have access to:

  • DCPC training during your employment;
  • Nationally accredited training such as ADR and ITSSAR Forklift;
  • Free, full uniform;
  • 29 days’ paid holiday (including Bank Holidays);
  • Additional days’ holiday after 5 years’ service (up to a maximum of 4 additional days);
  • Private healthcare

What kind of person are we looking for?

We welcome all new & experienced drivers to join our well established team.

This position requires the following criteria:

  • To hold a full LGV C+E (Class 1) licence
  • To have a valid Driver Qualification Card (DQC)/ Driver CPC;
  • To own a valid Digital Tachograph Card;
  • Physically active role;
  • Good communication skills;
  • Ability to demonstrate the highest level of professionalism;
  • Team player.

What happens next?

If your initial application is successful, you will be invited to attend an interview at the depot. There you will meet the depot manager and following a formal interview, you will be taken out on a driving assessment.

If you are successful you will be contacted by our HR team to discuss a mutually convenient start date.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £42,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • On-site parking
  • Private medical insurance
  • Sick pay

Schedule:

  • Overtime
  • Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus scheme
  • Performance bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Stafford: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

  • Driving: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • Driver CPC (required)

Work Location: In person

About David Watson Transport

Revenue: Unknown / Non-Applicable
Size: 51 to 200 Employees
Type: Company - Private
Website: dw-transport.co.uk

truck driver
David Watson Transport

dw-transport.co.uk
Norwich, United Kingdom
Unknown / Non-Applicable
51 to 200 Employees
Company - Private
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