HGV – Class 1 Driver

🚛 HGV Class 1 Driver – Potential Temp to Perm Opportunity 📍 Location: Scottish Borders 💷 Competitive PAYE Rates ⏰ Early Morning Starts 🐔 Poultry Industry Collections 🏋️ Physically Demanding Role 📚 1 Day Training Required Before Starting 🚛 Looking for ongoing driving work with the opportunity to secure a permanent position? Driver Hire Edinburgh City are currently recruiting reliable and experienced HGV Drivers for a well-established client operating within the poultry industry. This role will initially begin on a temporary basis, with the potential to progress into a temp-to-perm position for the right candidate. We are looking for professional drivers who are comfortable working in a physically demanding role and can maintain high standards of safety, compliance, and hygiene. 🐔 The Role Your duties will include: Driving HGV vehicles safely and professionally Completing multi-drop collections throughout the day Loading and unloading using both manual and electric pallet trucks Operating and using a tail lift safely and efficiently Conducting thorough daily vehicle safety checks before commencing work Following all transport legislation and company procedures Completing collection paperwork accurately Ensuring loads are secured correctly for transport Washing and fuelling vehicles at the end of shifts using the client’s onsite facilities Providing excellent customer service at collection sites Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and biosecurity 📚 Training All successful candidates must complete a full day of paid training before undertaking any driving duties. Candidates must successfully complete the training and induction process before starting work with the client. 🕒 Working Hours Minimum 8-hour shifts guaranteed Early morning starts Opportunity to move into a temp-to-perm position Regular work available for the right candidate Additional shifts available based on client requirements 🏋️ Physical Requirements This is a physically demanding role involving regular manual handling throughout the day. Applicants must be: Physically fit and comfortable with regular lifting and moving of goods Confident using tail lifts Experienced using both manual and electric pallet trucks Comfortable working outdoors and across multiple collection sites Able to handle a fast-paced workload safely and efficiently ✅ What We’re Looking For Valid UK HGV Licence Valid Driver CPC Valid Digital Tachograph Card Previous commercial driving experience Experience using tail lifts Experience using both manual and electric pallet trucks Good understanding of vehicle checks and defect reporting Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling duties Reliable, punctual and professional attitude Strong focus on health & safety Willingness to follow strict bird flu biosecurity procedures Ability to complete a full day training course before starting 📞 Ready to Apply? If you’re an experienced HGV Driver looking for a temporary position with genuine temp-to-perm potential, and you’re comfortable with manual handling, multi-drop collections, vehicle maintenance responsibilities, and strict biosecurity procedures, we’d love to hear from you. 📚 Please note: A full day of training must be completed before commencing work with the client. 📞 Contact Driver Hire Edinburgh City today to find out more or begin the registration process. INDEDC1 Read More