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You will start off with a structured induction programme learning all about our haulage operation within the UK.

Duties in the first year will be predominantly yard based. On successful completion of your probationary period (provided you have turned 17) TP Niven will arrange and pay for driving lessons with a local instructor (unless you already have your car license). We anticipate you taking your theory and practical tests within 4-6 months.

You’ll then spend about 1-2 years carrying out yard work and van driving duties, and will undertake forklift truck training.

If and when we think you’re ready, you’ll embark on our Modern Apprentice HGV programme. So, in addition to being a paid employee, you will train to become a Class 1/CE Driver and obtain your CPC and SVQ in Driving Goods Vehicles. TP Niven will pay for the cost of your training and your practical tests (utilising government funding if available). You will only need to pay for your HGV medical, theory tests and books/revision materials.

Having learnt and taken your HGV theory tests you will then complete your practical HGV driver training and tests, which will take place over a period of about 2 weeks with our external training partner, Nithcree.

Once you obtain your Class 1/CE license you will move onto an HGV Drivers’ hours and rate of pay (which will depend on the rota pattern you move onto). You will then undertake further training over the remainder of the Modern Apprenticeship before achieving your SVQ in Driving Goods Vehicles at SCQF Level 6.

TP Niven retains the right to amend the training programme and associated jobs depending on your progress and performance.

Yard Duties will include but are not limited to:

- Cleaning and tidying the yard
- Washing vehicles
- Movement and storage of materials
- Helping out with other jobs as and when requested

Van driving duties include but are not limited to:

- Collection and deliveries mainly throughout Dumfries & Galloway and Ayrshire but sometimes further afield)
- Completion of associated paperwork to a high standard in a timely manner

Please see our separate job description for the position of HGV Driver.

**Requirements**:

- An interest in trucks and haulage.
- Motivated and hard working.
- A desire to learn and do well.
- A good communicator.
- Able to listen carefully and follow instructions.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: £7.40-£11.44 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 21/06/2024