HGV Driver (Heavy Goods Vehicle Driver)

• Operate Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) for the transport of goods.
• Plan and follow efficient delivery routes and schedules.
• Load and unload goods, ensuring secure strapping and weight distribution.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle checks and report defects.
• Maintain accurate logbooks and delivery paperwork.
• Adhere to tachograph rules, driving hours regulations, and road safety laws.
• Communicate with dispatchers and clients.

• Valid HGV/Commercial Driver's License (CDL) appropriate for the vehicle class (e.g., Class 1/CE, Class 2/C).
• Clean driving record.
• Ability to pass drug and alcohol screenings.
• Knowledge of transport laws, hours of service regulations, and vehicle safety.
• Physical fitness and ability to lift heavy objects (if applicable for loading/unloading).
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and navigate routes.

• Competitive salary, often with mileage or performance bonuses.
• Health benefits.
• Retirement plans.
• Paid time off.
• Job security due to high demand for transport.
• Potential for per diem or travel allowances for long-haul routes.
• Opportunities for specialized endorsements (e.g., hazardous materials).

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