Class 1 C+E Driver
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Position Overview & Specifications
C + E DRIVERS (CLASS 1)
FULL TIME - PERMANENT ROLES AND TEMPORARY (MAR- SEPT) ROLES AVAILABLE.
We're looking for candidates that are passionate about all aspects of equine transport, especially polo. Who have a strong attention to detail, are well presented and take pride in themselves, the vehicles and the job.
- Combination of UK work transporting horses to polo tournaments, events and for equine recovery call outs.
- Transporting horses in the EU for Flights, import, exports and competitions.
- High Spec Vehicles
- Competitive rates of pay
- Based Nr Ascot, Berkshire (ideally candidates will be local enough for daily commuting or willing to relocate)
REQUIREMENTS
- Strong horsemanship skills and a good knowledge of equine care are an absolute must.
- Physically fit - able to cope with all aspects of manual work associated with working with horses.
- Flexibility to work weekends and occasional nights.
- You MUST have a Passport, CPC and Tacho Cards
- UK and EU type 2 horse transport certificates. We can assist with this if necessary.
- Experience driving abroad and knowledge of post Brexit customs documents is a bonus but not essential.
For the right candidate we may consider a C (class 2 role)
We will also have occasional part time work during busy periods so please get in touch if this type of work may interest you, but you can't commit to full time
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temporary contract, Temp to perm
Salary: £170.00-£235.00 per day
Benefits:
- Flexitime
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- Driving (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driver CPC (preferred)
- C+E driving license (preferred)
- driver tachograph card (preferred)
- UK /EU type 2 horse transport ACET or WATO (preferred)
- C driving license (preferred)
Work Location: On the road
Expected start date: 12/04/2023
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 C+E Driver roles across Clover Equine 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 £21 - £29 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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