Job Description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for conscientious and enthusiastic HGV Class 1 drivers to join our experienced and friendly team who have achieved 'Green-Green' status with the Driver and Vehicles Standards Agency (DVSA).

About the Role

We are looking for both a full-time and casual drivers to work with our fleet of up to date and well-maintained commercial vehicles including articulated moving floor trailers and rigid flat-deck lorries. These roles will suit qualified and experienced HGV Class 1 drivers who have the self-motivation and dedication to thrive in our expanding general haulage operation.

The full-time role will work Monday to Friday, minimum of 40 hours per week with nights out as required. Casual drivers will work on an ad hoc basis (Monday to Friday) to cover absences with nights out as required. As one of our drivers you will be delivering all the way from the Orkney Isles, to Plymouth, Cork to Colchester, you'll get to see the very best scenery the UK and Ireland have to offer

Platts is a third-generation family run firm which recognises that every member of our team contributes to our continued success. Working with us, you will be part of a business that is ambitious and passionate about our future.

Your Responsibilities

Safely operate a HGV Class 1 Vehicle to collect and transport good and products across the UK and Ireland Load and unload using appropriate equipment and techniques Provide excellent customer service Adhere to all Tachograph, Driver and Road Regulations Complete all relevant customer paperwork Effective communication with planning team and customers Complete pre and post trip vehicle inspections

What we are looking for

Full, clean HGV C+E Class 1 licence Good working knowledge of Tachograph and WTD rules Experience in a similar role A digital tachograph card and full CPC Able to work nights out during the week, as required Excellent geographical knowledge Excellent customer service skills Strong communication skills Ability to work in line with high health and safety standards Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative Good attention to detail Previous experience of working in general haulage, of using walking floors and securing unusual loads is desirable.

What you will receive

Salary/Pay Rate: 14.50ph Leave: 28 days (including bank holidays and Christmas shutdown) pro-rata per annum Monthly health and wellbeing allowance to be used for activities that enhance your wellbeing Friendly and supportive culture which puts people at the heart of the company Defined contribution pension scheme Employee referral programme Paid leave to undertake volunteering activities Christmas shut down

To apply

If you feel you have what it takes to be our new HGV Class 1 Driver please send your CV and covering letter to?careers@plattsagriculture.co.uk. Please indicate if you would like to be considered for the permanent or casual role.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: 14.50 per hour

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:

Wrexham, LL12 0PJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Driving: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driver CPC (required)
Work Location: In person