Class 1 HGV Driver

Description:

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a prominent franchise-approved commercial vehicle dealer group with multiple centres across the Southwest region, for the position of Class 1 HGV Driver / Yard Operative.

The successful Class 1 HGV Driver will join their team at their Gloucester and Swindon locations.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional seeking to advance their career within the motor trade. The Class 1 HGV Driver / Yard Operative role is integral to the smooth operation of our client’s busy depots.

Benefits:

Starting salary of approximately £30,000 per annum, dependent on experience
22 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
Full manufacturer-accredited training and development programmes
Company pension scheme
Access to private healthcare benefits
Opportunity to work with a leading commercial vehicle brand in a stable, reputable business
40-hour week, Monday to FridayDuties as a Class 1 HGV Driver / Yard Operative:

Safely operating commercial vehicles to collect customer vehicles from various sites and present them for MOT
Conducting road tests following workshop repairs, reporting findings to the Workshop Manager
Carrying out pre- and post-trip vehicle checks, reporting any mechanical issues promptly
Parking vehicles safely and in designated areas at all times
Loading and unloading goods with care, ensuring items are secured during transit
Assisting with workshop operations and maintaining a clean, organised yard environment
Performing general housekeeping tasks in the yard to promote a safe working space
Maintaining internal and external building and yard areas
Covering other locations across the region when required, demonstrating flexibility and teamworkRequirements:

Class 1 HGV driving licence with minimal points
Comfortable travelling between Gloucester and Swindon regions
Previous experience in a collection/delivery role or working with vehicles is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided
Organized, logistically minded, and a good team player
Presentable with excellent planning skills
Knowledge of the South West region is advantageousThis position is ideal for a professional looking to develop their career in the commercial vehicle sector. Our client values dedication, safety, and consistency, and offers an excellent working environment with career progression opportunities for the Class 1 HGV Driver / Yard Operative.

Contact Josh Buck, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Gloucester and Gloucestershire, today to discover more about this fantastic Class 1 HGV Driver opportunity.

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