Class 1 Container Driver

Widnes, England, gb

CLASS 1 CONTAINER DRIVER

AM SHIFT: MONDAY - FRIDAY - 07:00 STARTS

PM SHIFT: MONDAY - FRIDAY - 18:00 STARTS

£16.00 - £17.00 PER HOUR 

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Class 1 Container Driver to join our well-established client based in the Widnes area. 

This is a fantastic opportunity offering great rates of pay and room to grow and progress.

Benefits

As a Class 1 Container Driver you will receive the following benefits:

•  Excellent hourly rates
•  Ongoing work
•  Weekly pay
•  Site canteen
•  Immediate starts

Rates of Pay

• Days £16.00 per hour
• Lates £17.00 per hour

Day to Day Duties

Your duties as a Class 1 Container Driver will involve but not be limited to:

• Safely transport containers to and from ports, terminals, and other locations.
• Perform routine checks on the vehicle to ensure it is in good working condition and complies with safety standards.
• Assist with loading and unloading containers when required, ensuring proper securing of the cargo.
• Complete all necessary paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
• Adhere to all relevant traffic laws, company policies, and safety procedures to ensure smooth and safe operations.
• Follow scheduled routes, making adjustments as necessary for traffic, roadworks, or delays.
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with clients, ensuring clear communication and professionalism at all times.
• Maintain a clean and organised vehicle, ensuring it meets company standards for safety and presentation.
• Keep accurate records of driving times, rest periods, and fuel usage in compliance with tachograph regulations.

Essential Skills

As a Class 1 Container Driver you will need to:

• Hold a valid UK Category CE Licence 
• Have a minimum of twelve months experience driving CE vehicles
• Have a minimum of six months experience working on containers.
• No more than six penalty points for minor infringements and no major endorsement codes 
• Have a valid UK CPC Card & UK Digi Card
• Must be able to speak and read a good level of English
• Punctuality and excellent time keeping skills
• Have a good understanding of traffic laws and regulations
• Effective communication skills

Desirable Experience

•  Experience driving any commercial vehicles would be beneficial
•  Previous experience driving containers will be beneficial

Training:

• Industry related training and ongoing support throughout 

Contact

• If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, apply today by clicking the link below or get in touch with our recruitment team to find out more