HGV Class 1 Driver
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job description
We are a family run Transport company operating out of our operating centre in St Leonard’s, Ringwood. We are currently looking an additional Class 1 (C+E) driver. We operate a range of trailers in various markets. These include curtainsiders, flatbeds, moffetts and tail lifts. This means we appreciate that you may not have experience with all of these. So training will be provided. We are also FORS Silver meaning we run a efficient safe operation that a driver will contribute towwards. On average 2 nights out a week may be required. With an average of 60 Hours per week. In return we offer:
£15 per hour for Monday to Friday
£50 per week compliancy bonus
£40 per night out with paid parking
Annual loyalty bonus
Average 60 Hours per week
Weekends not normally required
28 days holiday a year
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £15.00 per hour
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Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Loyalty bonus
Experience:
- Driving: 1 year (preferred)
- Heavy Goods Vehicle Drivers: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driver CPC (preferred)
Work Location: On the road
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 HGV Class 1 Driver roles across BURDEN TRANSPORT LTD'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 £15 - £15 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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