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Join our team at Explore, a safety-focused specialist transport operation with typical earnings of approximately £54,000, paid breaks and ongoing CPC training. All drivers are allocated a dedicated state of the art Scania truck. A C+E licence, valid CPC and tacho card are essential for Monday-to-Friday tramping.

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SALARY: Approximately £54,000 per annum typical earnings + Benefits; £13.50 basic rate, rising to £14.00 after 18 months and £14.50 after 36 months; £14.50 night rate (6pm–6am)

LOCATION: Worksop, Nottinghamshire

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday tramping; typical earnings are based on a 50–55 hour working week with 2 additional weekend shifts every 3 weeks, plus driver allowances where applicable

JOB OVERVIEW

This is a strong opportunity to join a safety-led specialist transport operation serving varied industries. The HGV Class 1 Driver will support reliable, efficient haulage while working to high road-safety and load-security standards.

Working Monday to Friday on a tramping pattern, the HGV Class 1 Driver will use GPS and route information to meet delivery deadlines and communicate clearly with colleagues and customers.

With ongoing CPC training, upskilling and internal progression available, the HGV Class 1 Driver can continue developing within a team focused on safety, service and sustainability. The permanent appointment is subject to a successful probation period.

ABOUT US

Explore is a FORS Gold accredited, nationwide Transport and Rail business providing specialist services across the UK. With a fleet of 200+ vehicles and a team of 300+ people, Explore is driven by its core values of Safety, Service and Sustainability, with a strong focus on high standards, customer service and operational efficiency.

DUTIES

Your duties as the HGV Class 1 Driver include:

• Safe Vehicle Operation: Operate the vehicle in line with traffic laws, road regulations and road-safety standards
• Load Security: Load and unload securely and efficiently, applying appropriate securing techniques
• Route Navigation: Read and interpret maps and use GPS navigation systems effectively to support timely deliveries
• Delivery Planning: Organise journeys and time effectively to meet delivery deadlines
• Communication: Understand movement orders and liaise clearly with colleagues and customers

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• Full UK driving licence with C+E entitlement
• Ability to read and interpret maps and use GPS navigation systems effectively
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Good communication skills and ability to understand movement orders

DESIRABLE

• Construction logistics knowledge or experience

BENEFITS

• £10.00 daily meal allowance and £26.20 night-out allowance where applicable
• Generous holiday allowance plus statutory bank holidays and service-related increases
• Ongoing training to maintain full CPC hours
• Ongoing training and upskilling
• Career development and opportunities for internal progression
• Service-related pay increases after 18 and 36 months