Job Description

Are you an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for a role with variety, responsibility, and a great team environment? At Charles Trent Ltd, we're expanding our transport team in Poole and are looking for a skilled HGV Class 1 Driver to join our talented team. Every day brings something different from collecting vehicles across the UK to supporting our operational and material handling teams, helping to keep our business moving smoothly and efficiently.

Why Join Us?

We believe in looking after our team as well as our customers. As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you'll enjoy a range of benefits that reward your hard work and commitment:


Discounted petrol and staff discount on parts from day one Health & wellbeing perks (after probation): Health Cash Plan, Critical Illness Cover & Death in Service Benefit Family Day & Community Volunteer Day 28 days holiday per year, increasing after 3 years' service Increased pension contribution after 5 years A supportive, safety-first culture where teamwork and professionalism are valued

What You'll Be Doing

As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you'll be on the frontline of our business, representing Charles Trent with professionalism and care. You'll be collecting and transporting vehicles across a range of environments from customer homes to commercial sites, including accident damaged and non-running vehicles.


Driving a seven-car transporter across multiple locations Collecting end-of-life, insurance, and damaged vehicles for return to Poole Getting hands on with loading and securing vehicles, including occasional physical work when winching or assisting with non-running or damaged vehicles Carrying out depot-to-depot transfers as required Managing paperwork accurately on a daily basis Working closely with the transport, operational, and material handling teams Ensuring vehicles are handled safely and efficiently at all times 48 hours per week, Monday to Friday

What We're Looking For

HGV Class 1 (Class CE) licence holder Valid CPC and DIGI card (must be in date) Good understanding of drivers' hours and regulations Literacy and numeracy skills for accurate paperwork completion Experience in vehicle recovery or transporter work with a semi-trailer car transporter (desirable but not essential) Mechanically minded, quick-thinking, confident in problem solving and excellent customer service skills Able to provide two references

At Charles Trent Ltd, we take pride in being a successful, forward thinking automotive business with over 90 years of experience. Join us as an HGV Class 1 Driver and become part of a company that values reliability, teamwork, and customer service at every level.


If you're ready to take the wheel and bring your skills to our growing transport team, we'd love to hear from you - apply today!