Dawsongroup
Class 1 Driver
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About This Role
As a Class 1 Driver within our Truck and Trailer Business Unit, you will play an important role in supporting the effective operation of our rental business. You will deliver and collect vehicles, present vehicles for MOT and ensure equipment is handled, parked and maintained safely and professionally.
- Deliver and collect vehicles from customers, Company branches and workshop premises.
- Present vehicles for MOT and assist with parking equipment securely in the correct areas.
- Complete daily vehicle checks, including oil, water and tyre condition, before journeys.
- Clean vehicles inside and out to the required Company standard and report any defects, accidents or incidents promptly.
- Support wider branch duties when required, including check-ins and check-outs, vehicle cleaning and other driving duties.
About You
You will hold the licences and qualifications required to operate safely and will take pride in providing a professional service to customers. You will have a flexible attitude, a polite demeanour and the ability to follow driving, health and safety requirements at all times.
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- A current, valid UK LGV/HGV Class 1 driving licence and Driver Qualification Card are essential.
- The ability to complete tasks safely and within driving rules and regulations.
- Basic paperwork and form completion skills.
- A clean, tidy and professional approach, including appropriate non-slip footwear.
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About Us
Dawsongroup Truck and Trailer is part of Dawsongroup, supporting customers through its truck and trailer rental operations. Our people play an important role in delivering a dependable service and maintaining the professional standards our customers expect.
- A business with over 50 years of experience in asset rentals.
- Internal progression pathways, National and worldwide.
- Funded training and development opportunities.
- Wellbeing and mental health support.
- 24 days standard leave allowance + Birthday + plus Bank Holidays + up to 10 days extra (time served and purchase scheme).
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Dawsongroup is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
About Your Future
This role offers a varied working environment where no two days necessarily look the same. You will meet customers regularly, travel to different locations and work with a variety of vehicles while building valuable experience within the transport and rental industry.
- Develop your experience across customer sites, branches and workshops.
- Build strong customer-facing and professional communication skills.
- Gain wider exposure to vehicle checks, MOTs, cleaning and branch operations.
- Take on varied journeys and responsibilities as part of a flexible team.
Our people are our greatest asset, and we want to help you develop yours. If you are ready for your next opportunity with Dawsongroup Truck and Trailer, we would love to hear from you.
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