Hgv Class 1 Driver
14 hours ago
Leeds
HGV Class 1 Driver – Plant Hire Location: Leeds Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum Hours: Full Time | Overtime Paid at 1.5x About the Role We are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver with a background in the plant hire industry to join a well-established and growing business based in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional driver who has experience transporting plant machinery and construction equipment. You'll be responsible for the safe delivery and collection of a wide range of plant hire equipment to customer sites, ensuring high standards of safety, customer service, and compliance are maintained at all times. Key Responsibilities • Safely operate a Class 1 (C+E) HGV in line with all DVSA and road transport regulations., • Deliver and collect plant hire equipment, including excavators, dumpers, rollers, telehandlers, and other construction machinery., • Load, secure, and unload machinery safely using the correct procedures and equipment., • Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects promptly., • Complete delivery paperwork and transport documentation accurately., • Liaise professionally with customers, site personnel, and the transport team., • Ensure all deliveries and collections are completed efficiently while maintaining excellent customer service., • Follow all health and safety procedures and company policies. Requirements • Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence., • Driver CPC qualification., • Digital Tachograph Card., • Previous experience transporting plant hire or construction equipment., • Good understanding of load securing and safe loading/unloading practices., • Strong knowledge of transport legislation and driver compliance., • Excellent communication and customer service skills., • Reliable, professional, and safety-focused approach. Desirable • CPCS, NPORS or other plant-related qualifications., • Experience operating plant machinery for loading and unloading., • HIAB licence (advantageous but not essential). What's on Offer • Competitive salary of £35,000 - £45,000 per year., • Overtime paid at double time., • Modern, well-maintained fleet., • Ongoing training and development., • Company pension scheme., • Paid annual leave., • Long-term career opportunities with a growing business., • Supportive and friendly working environment. If you're an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver with plant hire experience looking for your next opportunity in Leeds, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered