HGV Driver

ABOUT US

Route Delivery Solutions (RDS) is a growing logistics company, and our goal is to operate the most Efficient, Safe and Compliant line haul fleet for our clients.

At RDS, we believe in our people and creating opportunities for others to rise to their best. We have exciting new full-time positions for Class 1 HGV drivers to join our team in Manchester. If this sounds like you, why don’t you come join us.

WHY JOIN US?

• Dedicated support team to help you with your daily duties
• No hassle shifts, you will always be home same day
• Access to the latest trucking technology and navigation equipment

BENEFITS

• Flexible Working hours - shift time varies but you will always be home same day
• Weekly Bonus to boost your earnings by an extra £300 - £1200 per annum
• Company pension upon passing probation
• 20 days paid holidays plus bank holidays
• On-site Parking
• No truck loading or offloading commitment

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Exceptional customer service
• Professionalism and being punctual to ensure deliveries are always on time
• Problem solving 'Can do' attitude
• Ability to work on your own initiative, as well as part of a team
• Ability to work in a fast moving and changing environment
• Veterans, ex-emergency services are highly encouraged to enquire
• We are happy to accept new passes

WHAT YOU NEED

• Hold a valid Class 1 (C+E) driving licence
• Hold a Digital Tachograph
• Full CPC qualification
• Must be able to pass a CRB background check
• Must be able to pass a Drugs & Alcohol test
• Have good spoken and written English
• Must be able to work weekends
• Must have right to work in the U.K
• Must have good working knowledge of EU drivers’ hours and regulations
• Your driver’s licence MUST have NO more than 3pts & NO pre-existing codes within 5 years - CD, IN, DD, TT, MS, DR

WHAT YOU ARE REQUIRED TO DO

• Use route navigation apps and knowledge of area to deliver trailers from pick up to destination
• Complete daily maintenance checks on delivery trucks and notify manager of any issues
• Maintain daily electronic logs to track routes and deliveries
• Driver is not required to assist with any loading or unloading
• Traction work only- drop/swap trailers. On average 3 swaps per shift, working with boxed trailers only

** We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome all candidates from various delivery driving backgrounds including Evri, Amazon, DPD and Yodel **