Class 1 Spare/Cab Hopper Ballast Driver
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Position Overview & Specifications
Baldwins Support Services
Due to our continued success, we have a vacancy for a professional LGV C+E (Class 1) driver to be based at our Westcott, Aylesbury depot..
This role is to cover other drivers for holidays and break periods, "cab hopping".
Will always have 5 days work in any one week.
6 shifts often available.
Plus Night out allowance £30 where applicable.
This role involves working a variety of shifts, with 6 shifts available. Delivering crane ballast (100 ton gross weight special types "STGO CAT 3") and assorted crane parts to sites at various locations around the UK.
Knowledge of securing loads with ratchet straps and chains is beneficial but not essential as training will be given. Also knowledge of Drivers' EU hours and associated Working Time Directive regulations beneficial, but not essential as again, training will be given.
Nights away, "tramping" will be required.
FORS Silver standard training expected, will be given - advantageous if already completed.
Agriculture background knowledge advantageous - BUT NOT ESSENTIAL
Valid DCPC and Digital Tachograph Card - essential.
Valid C+E licence essential - preferred 1 year similar experience.
Job Types: Full-time, Part Time, Permanent
Salary: £160.00-£260.00 per shift.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £160.00-£260.00 per day
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- Driving a C+E trailer combination: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Category C+E Licence (required)
- DCPC (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Westcott, HP18 0NX
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Class 1 Spare/Cab Hopper Ballast Driver roles across Baldwins Support Services's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £20 - £33 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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