Job Description

HGV DRIVER

40 HOURS PER WEEK

We are currently recruiting for a HGV Driver to join the team, based at our busy Orkney depot.

About the role:

Our HGV Drivers play a key role in the local community's supply chain. We support a broad customer base including the marine and agricultural industry. We transport various cargo such as plant and equipment, temperature-controlled goods and hazardous waste.

Reporting to the Depot Manager, our HGV Drivers are predominantly responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of customer freight throughout Orkney. In addition, there are various other tasks that our HGV Drivers carry out, including:

Conducting daily vehicle and trailer checks, ensuring that any defects found are reported accordingly

Loading and securing freight onto vehicles

Liaising with colleagues at the Transport Office to coordinate the movement of freight to locations within Orkney.

Where applicable, opportunities for overtime may be available.

Benefits:

At Northwards, we offer an attractive benefits package which includes:

Competitive salary, leave provisions and pension scheme

Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Development training

Group life assurance.

Key requirements

:

Category CE Driving Licence

How to apply:

Please apply by sending your cv and covering letter to HR@northwardsltd.co.uk by 23.59 on 9th May 2025. Northwards reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

For an informal discussion about the role, please phone Christopher Craigie on 01856 873 030

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availability
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 09/05/2025