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HGV Class 1 Skip Driver

Driver Hire Manchester, Location, WV, United States


Location:

Barnsley

Start Times:

Typically, between 2:00am and 5:00am (depending on site requirements)

Hours:

(Monday to Friday) ongoing work

Overtime:

Anything over 40 hours per week paid at time and a half

About the Role
We are currently seeking a Class 1 HGV Driver operating Skip Wagons to join our client on an ongoing basis located in Barnsley. This role is ideal for a driver who enjoys variety in their work and is happy to work flexible hours.

You will be responsible for carrying out skip exchanges and collections at various sites. Start times and daily hours will vary depending on site opening hours and the number of exchange requests.

Key responsibilities

Carry out skip deliveries, collections, and exchanges

Ensure safe and efficient loading/unloading of skips using hooks and chains

Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects

Communicate effectively with the transport manager and site staff

Adhere to all health, safety, and road regulations

What we are looking for

Valid Class 1 (C+E) licence

Valid CPC and Tacho Card

Experience with skips (hooks and chains) preferred

Experience driving rigids and drawbar trailers preferred

Flexibility with start times and working hours

Why work for Driver Hire
Driver Hire Doncaster is part of Driver Hire Nationwide, the UK’s largest specialist transport and logistics recruiter. We provide regular, ongoing and varied work from multiple clients across Doncaster & Barnsley and surrounding areas but it’s more than just a job with us. We treat you as a true professional and offer a warm and friendly place to work. We’re proud of the fact that in our latest satisfaction survey (December 2022), 97% of candidates said they were proud to work for Driver Hire, 97% rated the level of respect received as Excellent/Good and nearly two thirds (67%) said they would ‘definitely’ recommend working for us.

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