Details:
- Salary: £17 - 19 - Hour
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: Thame Oxfordshire
- Date: 6 days ago
Description:
THE ROLE
Driver Hire Oxford is recruiting an experienced Class 1 (HGV) Driver on behalf of our client. Working with a distribution company where no day is the same!
This is a great opportunity for a reliable, safety-conscious driver to join a busy distribution operation, delivering a consistently high standard of service to customers across the region.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Safely operate a Class 1 HGV to deliver goods to customer sites on time and in full
* Carry out daily vehicle walkaround checks and report any defects promptly
* Complete all delivery paperwork accurately, including PODs and vehicle records
* Load and unload goods safely, using manual handling equipment where required
* Communicate professionally with customers, warehouse staff, and the transport office
* Maintain the vehicle in a clean and roadworthy condition throughout each shift
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
* Valid Class 1 (Category C+E) driving licence
* Current Driver CPC and digital tachograph card
* No more than 6 penalty points (no DR/DD/IN convictions)
* Minimum 12 months' recent Class 1 driving experience
* Good working knowledge of drivers' hours and Working Time Directive regulations
* Reliable, punctual, and professional approach to work
* Flexible and able to work a variety of shifts, including early starts and weekends
WHAT'S ON OFFER
* Competitive hourly rate, paid weekly
* Immediate start for the right candidate
* Opportunity for temp-to-perm placement for the right candidate
Consistent, regular work with a well-established local distribution