Job Description
£17.90 per hour
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Overtime Rates at 125%
Overnight Allowance
Accommodation Available
A C Goatham & Son is one of the UK's leading fruit-growing businesses, supplying major retailers and customers across the country. We are looking for experienced, professional HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our busy Transport Team.
This is an excellent opportunity for drivers who take pride in their work, enjoy variety in their role, and want to join a well-established family business that values reliability, safety and teamwork.
What You'll Be Doing
As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you'll play a vital role in ensuring our products and equipment are transported safely, efficiently and on time.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Operating HGV Class 1 vehicles safely and professionally at all times
Transporting goods securely while complying with all UK driving laws and transport regulations
Completing vehicle checks, defect reporting and driver hour requirements
Carrying out a variety of trailer work, including refrigerated trailers, curtain siders, low loaders and containers
Completing delivery, collection and transport documentation accurately
Providing excellent service to customers and colleagues
Maintaining high standards of vehicle cleanliness and presentation
Operating a forklift or pump truck when required (training provided where appropriate)
Occasionally driving our 30-seat company bus where required
Please note that vehicles are allocated according to operational requirements, so drivers are not assigned a permanent vehicle.
What We're Looking For
Essential:
- HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) Licence
Current Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
Previous experience operating HGV Class 1 vehicles
Strong understanding of driver hours, vehicle compliance and road transport legislation
A positive, professional and safety-focused approach
Ability to work flexibly to meet operational requirements
Desirable:
Forklift experience
If you don't currently hold a PSV Licence but are willing to gain one, we can provide funded training.
Hours of Work
Average 55-hour working week on a rolling shift pattern:
- Week 1: 5 days on, 1 day off
Week 2: 5 days on, 2 days off
This averages to one full weekend off in every twelve.
Occasional overnight stays may be required, with additional overnight allowances paid.
Pay & Benefits
Competitive Rates
- £17.90 per hour for the first 40 hours worked
£22.37 per hour after 40 hours worked
Additional overnight stay allowance
Additional bonus payments for driving the company bus
Additional Benefits
- Extra day's holiday for every two years of service
Company pension scheme
Fortnightly pay
Company accommodation available where required
Employee Assistance Programme
Private GP service
Eyecare vouchers
Free onsite parking
Employee discount platform
Free Will Writing opportunities
Free English language training
Study sponsorship opportunities
Extensive online learning and development platform
Why Join A C Goatham & Son?
You'll be joining a successful, long-established family business with a strong reputation, a modern transport operation and a commitment to investing in its people. xwwtmva Whether you're looking for long-term stability, competitive earnings or opportunities to develop your skills, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of our growing Transport Team.