7.5T Driver

7.5T  Driver

Location: Birmingham

Day rate: £15.00 per hour

Night rate: £16.00 per hour

Shift length: Approximately 10–12 hours

Start times: Afternoon and evening shifts

The Recruitment Group is currently recruiting experienced 7.5T Drivers for straightforward trunking and collection work based in Birmingham.

The position mainly involves A-to-B trunking runs, followed by a reload or collection before returning to the base or client. With limited multidrop activity, this is uncomplicated driving work offering average shifts of approximately 10–12 hours.

Key responsibilities

Completing scheduled A-to-B trunking runs

Collecting or reloading goods before returning to base

Following planned routes and transport schedules

Carrying out vehicle checks before and after each shift

Ensuring loads are secure before travelling

Completing all required transport and collection paperwork

Communicating with the transport office regarding delays or issues

Reporting vehicle defects promptly

Complying with drivers’ hours and Working Time regulations

Maintaining a safe and professional standard of driving

The ideal candidate

You will need:

A valid UK Category C1 entitlement

A valid Driver CPC qualification

A valid Digital Tachograph Card

Previous 7.5T commercial driving experience

A good understanding of drivers’ hours and tachograph regulations

The ability to complete shifts averaging 10–12 hours

Availability for afternoon, evening or night work

A reliable and professional approach

An acceptable driving record, subject to licence checks

Previous trunking or collection experience would be beneficial, although the work is straightforward and suitable for drivers from a range of 7.5T backgrounds.

What the role offers

£15.00 per hour for day shifts

£16.00 per hour for night shifts

Mainly straightforward A-to-B trunking

Reload or collection work followed by a return to base

Limited multidrop activity

Average shifts of approximately 10–12 hours

Afternoon, evening and night work

Birmingham-based position

To apply, submit your CV or contact The Recruitment Group to discuss your experience and availability...