Drivers

Goldstar Heathrow Ltd.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport and warehousing company is seeking an HGV Driver in Manchester. The position offers a competitive salary between £29,744 and £36,876. As an entry-level role, candidates should hold a valid HGV license and have at least one year of driving experience. Responsibilities include operating commercial vehicles and ensuring compliance with transportation regulations. The company provides a supportive work environment with various benefits including overtime pay and training opportunities.

Benefits

Safe & Secure working environment

Enhanced overtime rates

Driver CPC Training

Full Uniform and PPE provided

Qualifications

• Ability to operate HGVs safely and efficiently.
• Knowledge of transportation laws and regulations.
• Basic understanding of vehicle maintenance and repair.

Responsibilities

• Operate commercial vehicles.
• Load and unload goods safely.
• Follow traffic reports and adapt routes.

Skills

Valid HGV license

Knowledge of transportation laws

Safe and efficient operation of HGVs

Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge

Familiarity with GPS systems

Job description

Goldstar Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Job Title

HGV Driver

Contract

Permanent

Overtime

Enhanced rate

Location

Manchester - M90 5UX

Salary

£29,744 - £36,876.06 per year, depending on vehicle and shift

Shift

Mon - Fri, 50hrs/wk

Main Duties / Responsibilities

• Operating commercial vehicles
• Load and unload goods
• Making sure loads are safely secured
• Following traffic reports and adapting routes if necessary
• Carrying out basic routine maintenance
• Completing delivery paperwork, PDA, Walk around check or any documentation
• Following the compliance, tacho master and other regulations and laws that are applicable

Requirements

• A valid HGV license
• Knowledge of transportation laws and regulations
• Ability to operate HGVs safely and efficiently
• Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair
• Familiarity with GPS systems and other tracking devices

The Successful Candidate Will

• Be present with a Positive and Can-do attitude
• Be flexible and reliable
• Have minimum 1 year experience of driving HGV
• Have great communication skills
• Be able to provide clean basic Criminal Record Check prior to start date (obtained within 26 weeks)
• Provide a full 5-year checkable history
• Hold a Clean Driving Licence (If the position requires it)
• Hold valid DQC and up to date CPC

Benefits

• Safe & Secure working environment
• Overtime - at Enhanced rates
• Enhance your driving skills - upgrade your licence schemes
• Full Uniform and PPE provided
• Employee App for booking holiday and logging Overtime
• Driver CPC Training
• Sage Benefits - with discounts on Shopping holidays etc..
• Mental health and Wellbeing - online support

Goldstar is a rapidly expanding Transport & Warehousing company dedicated to providing a fantastic customer experience. Winners of “Haulier of the Year 2023” awarded by Motor Transport. As a growing and progressive company, we are looking to continue building the best team, to be the face of our brand.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad