Class 1 HGV Driver

Class 1 Driver - General Haulage

Location: Uddingston
Shift Pattern: Various shift patterns available (such as 5on3off, 4on4off, weekend working)
Available Shifts: Dayshift or Nightshift

At Wm Armstrong, we're proud of our strong family values, supportive team culture, and unwavering commitment to providing a safe and enjoyable working environment. Due to continued growth, we are looking for experienced and motivated Class 1 Drivers to join our General Haulage operation based in Uddingston.

If you're a professional driver who takes pride in delivering excellent service and working as part of a successful team, we'd love to hear from you.

What We Offer:

Competitive Pay Rates:

• Weekday Dayshift: £15.00 per hour*
• Weekday Nightshift: £16.30 per hour*
• Weekend Dayshift: £17.80 per hour*
• Weekend Nightshift: £19.30 per hour*

Additional Benefits:

• Driver Bonus Scheme*
• Life Insurance
• Medicash Healthcare Scheme
• Health & Wellbeing Programme
• On-site Parking

*Rates include a £1.50 meal allowance, paid as a £1.00 non-taxable meal allowance where qualifying conditions apply.

*Driver Efficiency Bonus Scheme: Earn up to £1,500 per annum (full-time equivalent)

The Role

As a Class 1 Driver within our General Haulage team, you will be responsible for delivering a safe, professional, and efficient transport service across our customer network.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out deliveries and collections on behalf of Wm Armstrong Group.
• Loading, unloading, and securing loads safely and legally.
• Providing excellent customer service during all customer interactions.
• Maintaining regular communication with the Transport Office regarding progress and updates.
• Ensuring compliance with all driver, vehicle, and road transport regulations.
• Supporting other areas of the business when operationally required.
• Completing all duties expected of a professional Class 1 Driver.

What We're Looking For:

Essential

• Valid UK Class 1 (C+E) Driving Licence.
• Current Driver CPC qualification.
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card.

Desirable

• Previous experience within the general haulage sector.
• Good geographical knowledge.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a reliable and dependable team player.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team.
• Demonstrate a positive, professional attitude.
• Use initiative and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.

Our Recruitment Process

At Wm Armstrong, the safety and wellbeing of our people is a top priority. As part of our recruitment process, successful applicants will be required to complete a routine drug and alcohol screening during the interview and assessment stage.

Apply Today

If you're looking to join a respected family-owned business that values its employees and offers long-term career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

Click "Apply Now" to submit your application.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, if you have not heard from us within four weeks of submitting your application, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received, so early applications are encouraged.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £15.00-£19.30 per hour

Benefits:

• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Licence/Certification:

• Category CE Licence (required)
• Driver Qualification Card (required)
• Digital Tachograph Card (required)

Work Location: In person