HGV 1 Driver
Farset Talent
Employer Location: ANTRIMJob description
Full job description Job Summary Urgently seeking a reliable and skilled HGV Driver to join our team, due to continuous growth, Working a set Monday to Friday, 7am - 5pm, the ideal candidate will be responsible for transporting goods safely and efficiently to various locations primarily within Northern Ireland. This role requires a commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and professionalism while on the road. As a HGV Driver, you will play a crucial role in ensuring timely deliveries and upholding our reputation for excellent service. Undertake other duties as required. If you are an enthusiastic individual with a passion for driving and delivering exceptional service, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a HGV Class 1 Driver. Benefits: Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Experience: HGV Container Driving: 2 years (required) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required) Driver CPC (required) Work Location: In person
Responsibilities
- HGV 1 Driver
- HGV 1 Driver - Container
- Operate HGV and loads in compliance with all traffic laws and regulations.
- Ensuring that all items are secured properly for transport.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure it is in good working condition.
- Maintain accurate records of deliveries, including delivery notes and logs.
- Communicate effectively with in-house Transport team regarding delivery schedules and any potential delays.
- Adhere to company policies and procedures, particularly regarding safety protocols.
- Manage routes efficiently to optimise delivery times while minimising fuel consumption.
Skills and Qualifications
Essential Skills
- Proven experience in commercial driving, particularly with Container trailer loads.
- Strong understanding of road safety regulations and best practices for safe driving.
- Proven 3 years of professional Driving experience.
- Experience of operating Container trailer loads.
- Experience of operating Curtainsider trailer loads.
- Have a Full Driver CPC
- Have a Full HGV Class 1 Licence
- Full & clean driving licence.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage time effectively.
- Good communication skills to liaise with team members professionally.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team when required.
Further Information
Flexible to work overtime if/ when required
- Vacancy ID
- 1739181
- Job ref.
- Farsettalent
- Job Sector
- Transport, Distribution and Warehousing
- Area
- Belfast
- Location
- Belfast
- Salary
- £16.00 per hour
- No. vacancies
- 1
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Weekly hours
- 40
- Published date
- 10/10/2025
- Closing date
- 09/11/2025
- Worktime
- 45 maximum