Class 1 Driver

Driver Hire Southampton is recruiting for a permanent Class 1 Driver to join a specialist operation supplying some of the UK's leading housebuilders and construction companies.

This is more than a standard Class 1 driving role. You'll be operating bulk powder tankers and silo placement vehicles fitted with specialist lifting equipment. You will be delivering and positioning dry silo systems at construction sites across the UK.

Full training will be provided, giving you the skills and knowledge to operate the specialist equipment safely, efficiently and to the required industry standards.

About this Class 1 driving position:

Permanent position

Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work during busy periods

Typically a 6:00am start

40-hour working week, plus overtime

Delivering dry silo systems to customer construction sites

Operating specialist lorry-mounted lifting equipment to position silos

Refilling silos using advanced powder tanker technology

Working directly with customers, so professionalism and good communication are importantAs a Class 1 Driver, we require from you:

Full UK Class 1 licence with valid CPC and Digi Tacho card

Good customer service and timekeeping skills

Experienced and newly qualified drivers are welcome to apply

Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous, but not essential

Own transport is essential due to the location of the clientWhat you'll get in return:

Competitive pay

Full training and PPE provided

31 days' holiday, including bank holidays, increasing with length of service

Bonuses and long-service awards

Career development and progression opportunities

Enhanced pension scheme

Share Save Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life insurance

Colleague discounts, including gym, retail and leisure

And a range of additional benefitsWhy Driver Hire?

Driver Hire is the UK's largest specialist transport and logistics recruitment company. Driver Hire Southampton provides ongoing and varied opportunities across Southampton and the surrounding areas.

We recognise the professionalism and experience that drivers bring to the industry. In our latest candidate survey, 97% of candidates said they were proud to work for Driver Hire.

If you're an experienced Class 1 driver, or recently qualified and looking to develop your career in a specialist driving role, we'd like to hear from you