Job Description

Role

: Class 1 Car Transporter Driver

Hours

: Full time 42.75 hours per week, Mon - Fri

Location

: Tramway Close, Walsall

Salary:

Above minimum wage

The Business:

Global Ardour Recycling is a family-run business driven by a strong commitment to sustainability, integrity, innovation, and community. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we strive to create a supportive, inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, regardless of their background. We are proud of our longstanding partnership with the Recycling Lives Charity, which reflects our values and passion for making a meaningful impact. This collaboration goes beyond financial support; it shapes how we operate daily, from reducing food waste to improving employability opportunities and supporting reintegration into society.

The role:

We're looking for an experienced Class 1 Car Transporter Driver to join our Transport department based out of our site in Walsall.

Key responsibilities:

Driving an 7/8 car slide car transporter Liaising with customers to arrange vehicle collections Knowledge of driver's hours and working time directive regulations. Use of Tachographs, digital and analogue. Smart & professional appearance. You will be one of the most important customer facing members of the organisation, so a professional approach to both the job and customers is essential. Strong work ethic. Ability to overcome problems. The ability to work both as part of a team and by yourself. Ability to plan the route to a job in the most time and fuel-efficient way. Complete daily vehicle check sheets and defect reports as directed by the Transport Managers. Observe all relevant driving laws and regulations. Always provide good customer service (via telephone or face to face). Observe all health and safety requirements as directed. Always maintain tidiness and cleanliness as directed. Any other duties as directed by the Transport Managers. Report all load damage to vehicles or property in-line with Company procedures. Carry out vehicle damage appraisals to a high level of accuracy at all times.

The ideal candidate:

You must have; Clean driving licence, Driver CPC (or in the process of obtaining) a Digital Tacho card Hold a full HGV C&E (Class 1 ) licence. Ability to travel to Tramway Close, Walsall Are an experienced and professional driver Experience of car transporters preferred but not essential. Ability to work in a complex, fast paced transport function. Interpersonal and communication skills. Experience of working to deadlines with quality output. Proven experience of delivering exceptional service to customers.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Health, Safety and wellbeing are our priority and as such all roles are subject to pre and post employment drug testing.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

What are your salary / hourly rate expectations?
Experience:

Class 1 Driving: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driver CPC (preferred)
Work Location: In person