HGV Class 1 / Class 2

Job Title: HGV Class 1 / Class 2Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.Location : WisbechSalary: DOEJob Type: Full-time, permanentWho Are Knowles;Knowles has a rich history, starting in 1932 with Gerald Knowles and a single distribution vehicle. Through strong and courageous leadership, Knowles has evolved into a premium provider of a wide range of logistical services across the UK. Today, we are trusted by some of the biggest and most well-known businesses in the country to offer a broad range of warehousing and distribution services. Our focus is on delivering efficient, high-quality logistics solutions that provide long-term benefits for both our customers and ourselves. We are committed to sustainable operations, minimizing environmental impacts, improving efficiencies, and embracing development opportunities. This ethos is demonstrated through continuous investment, including producing our own renewable energy and running a fleet of highly efficient vehicles to offset our environmental impact.Requirements:Comfortable with being based on the roadRequired to regularly work to tight deadlines that may require additional hours of work at times of pressureFlexibility is required during peak periods e.g. Christmas, Easter, etc. and to work additional shifts to cover holiday and sicknessAbility to work to strict deadlines in a time critical environmentProfessional and courteous when communicating with colleagues or customersC+E UK LicenceUp to date CPC TrainingAbility to multi-task and work in a fast paced environmentExcellent verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with Customers and Co-WorkersProfessional in appearanceMust have own transport and full UK driving licence and own transportation to workKey Accountabilities:Providing high standard of customer service and relations to customers and suppliers, ensuring compliance with their site rules and regulations at all timesLiaising with the Transport desk to make them aware of any potential difficulties or any variations from original briefEnsuring that the vehicle is driven at all times with the utmost concern for other road users, pedestrians and the local environments through which you travelTo accurately complete all documentation required by the Company and the customerEnsuring that all Company rules and regulations and compliance with legislation is achieved at all timesEnsuring that paperwork is checked against consignment, reporting any issues or differencesTo strive to ensure the punctual collection and delivery of all loadsEnsuring the safety of the vehicle and its load at all times whilst on duty and reporting any defects to the Traffic office/Workshop as soon as identifiedAssisting with the loading and unloading of the vehicle, using lifting equipment where authorised and trained to do soTo be flexible in terms of starting and finishing times of shiftsTo maintain the cleanliness of the vehicle whilst on duty, leaving the vehicle as you would expect to find it and reporting of any defects immediatelyTo undertake any other tasks as reasonably requested by Transport OperatorTo maintain trailer hygiene to the standards set by our customer including sweeping out of the trailers as and when required or instructed.This list is not exhaustive and the job holder may be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the position as required.CommunicationContact internal customers to resolve any queries or problem that may arise.Responding to and dealing with both internal and external customer communication by email and telephone and in personTeamworkEncouraging teamwork within the workplace by displaying the correct behaviours towards all members of the Knowles Transport Ltd teamsMaintaining standards of health and safety, hygiene and security in the work environment, for example, ensuring that stock such as chemicals and food are stored safely and securely and reporting of any concerns to the Transport ManagerBenefits;Covering local and national contracts.Very competitive rates of pay.Driver incentive bonus.Night out money and meal allowance.In house CPC training.Various shift patterns to suit all, days and nights.If this is you please click Apply and attach your CV and we will be in touchThe company is not able to offer visa therefore candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK in order to be considered.Candidates not in a commutable distance will not be considered.Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Class 1, Driver, HGV Driver, HGV Class 1 Driver, HGV Class 1, Logistics Driver, Transport Driver, Delivery Driver, Tramper, Bulker Driver, Flexi Driver, will all be considered.TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-10-11