HGV Class 1 Driver - Poole

About Us:

Established in 1926, Charles Trent is a top 5 UK automotive recycling company with a turnover of £30m and over 200 employees. With >95 years' experience, Charles Trent remains a family run business with a corporate mind. Operating across the whole of the UK, we collect, store, process and auction >40,000 vehicles per annum, from end-of-life vehicles to salvage vehicles on behalf of major insurance and fleet companies, and many more. We are proud to say we recycle >96% of all vehicles processed.

 

What you’ll be doing:

  • Collecting end of life customer vehicles throughout the UK
  • Transporting multiple vehicles between different CTL sites
  • Providing an exceptional level of service to customers befitting of our company values
  • Accurately completing all associated paperwork on a daily basis
  • Communicating with our logistics department
  • Complying with all driver, environmental, and health and safety legislation and regulations
  • 48 hour working week – no shift patterns or weekend work
  • Maintain good housekeeping practices ensuring vehicle is kept clean and tidy
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What we would love you to bring to the role:

  • C+E Driving Licence with a current CPC and Digi Tachograph card
  • HGV/LGV Driving experience is essential
  • Thorough understanding of driving regulations
  • Excellent communication with customer service skills
  • Reliable with a strong work ethic
  • Strong level of literacy and numeracy is required
  • A conscientious approach to work with a commitment to health & safety
  • Experience in the recovery industry is highly desirable but not essential
  • Flexible approach to tasks and desire to work as part of a team

 

What we offer:

  • Modern fleet of transporters all fitted with comprehensive telematics and camera systems
  • Full training and continual development as a Charles Trent employee
  • All uniform and safety footwear are provided
  • Perkbox
  • Pension
  • 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
  • Enhancement Bonus available after successful completion of probationary period
  • OTE: circa £36,080