Details:
- Salary: £15.81 - Hour
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: Rotherham
- Date: 16 hours ago
Description:
HGV Class 1 ADR Driver – Gas Cylinder Deliveries
Days - Mon to Fri - 40 hour a week
Location: Rotherham, South Yorkshire – S60
Job Type: HGV Class 1 / LGV Category C+E
Pay: £15.81
About the Role
Top Tier Recruitment is currently recruiting an experienced HGV Class 1 ADR Driver on behalf of an established client within the industrial gas and logistics sector.
This is a specialist driving opportunity involving the safe transportation, delivery and collection of gas cylinders between depots, docks and customer sites.
We are looking for a professional, safety-conscious driver with excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of transport legislation and a commitment to maintaining the highest driving standards.
Key Responsibilities
Safely transport, deliver and collect gas cylinders across various locations.
Carry out deliveries and collections at manned and unmanned depots, docks and designated sites.
Follow all health and safety procedures and site-specific operating requirements.
Ensure full compliance with Working Time Directive regulations, EU drivers' hours and tachograph legislation.
Complete vehicle checks and maintain accurate driving and delivery records.
Report all incidents, near misses and safety concerns promptly.
Maintain excellent communication with the transport planning team and management.
Operate a counterbalance forklift truck following training, including changing forks and gas bottles when required.
Maintain high driving performance standards through vehicle monitoring systems.
Complete all required site inductions and specialist training.
Follow all company procedures relating to safe vehicle operation and equipment.
Essential Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
Valid LGV Category C+E (Class 1) licence held for a minimum of 3 years.
Valid ADR qualification covering the carriage of gas cylinders (Class 2 gases).
At least 24 months of relevant HGV driving experience within the last 5 years, operating similar-sized vehicles.
Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
Maximum 3 penalty points on driving licence.
No current or historical DR10 or CU80 convictions.
No at-fault vehicle incidents within the previous 24 months.
Good understanding of EU drivers' hours, Working Time Directive and transport legislation.
Willingness to undertake specialist driver safety and operational training.
Ability to work independently and follow strict safety procedures.
Willingness to train in counterbalance forklift operation.
Training Provided
Successful candidates will receive additional specialist training, including:
SMITH System defensive driving.
Rollover and skid control.
Counterbalance forklift truck operation.
Site-specific safety inductions.
Specialist operational and safety training modules.
Training in vehicle safety, fatigue prevention and driver monitoring equipment.
What We're Looking For
We are seeking reliable, experienced and safety-focused drivers who take pride in their work.
You must be comfortable working independently, following strict procedures and representing our client professionally at all times.
Apply Today
If you are an experienced Class 1 ADR Driver looking for a specialist driving opportunity, we would love to hear from you