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HGV/Van Driver

Saltney
Permanent
We’re looking for reliable HGV and van drivers to deliver, set up and support mobile medical units across the UK.

This is a hands-on role combining driving, basic unit setup, and on-site support. You’ll be trusted to represent the company and make sure each unit is ready for clinical teams to work safely.

What You’ll Be Doing

Driving vans, rigid vehicles, and Class 1 HGVs to sites across the UK

Positioning and setting up mobile medical units on arrival

Supporting on-site operations and packing down at the end of deployment

Delivering consumables and moving units between locations

Carrying out basic vehicle checks and minor maintenance

Keeping vehicles clean, tidy, and road-ready

Completing driver paperwork and staying compliant with Drivers’ Hours & WTD

Some work will be yard-based preparing units between deployments.

Working Pattern

5 days out of 7

Occasional evenings and weekends

Regular nights away from home (overnight allowance paid)

Requirements

Full UK driving licence (HGV / Class 1 Preferable but not essential)

Safe, professional driver with a good attitude

Comfortable working away from home

Customer-focused and able to work on your own or as part of a team

Happy with hands-on work outside the cab

Ensure on site risk assessments, site surveys are conducted and all records are submitted promptly and accurately.

 

 

Desirable (Not Essential)

 

HGV driving experience

Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge

 

Experience – Preferable

Physical Fitness: Some of your daily roles may require physical stamina, such as the ability to lift and carry heavy items. Candidates should be capable of meeting the physical demands of the job.

Vehicle Maintenance Skills: Basic understanding of vehicle maintenance and troubleshooting can be valuable.

Safety Record: A demonstrated commitment to safe driving practices is crucial.

Driving Experience.

Key Skills

Safety Consciousness.

Able to travel throughout the UK.

Customer focussed.

Effective time management.

Problem-Solving Abilities.

Other Requirements

Working overseas includes short term trips of a maximum of 31 days at a time, but can be extended depending on the business needs.

 

 

Benefits

Bank holidays, plus 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 after 5 years 

Buy & Sell Holidays

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave

1 Occasion Day each year; this could be your child’s first day of school, their nativity play, or your own birthday – the choice is yours! 

Company Medical Cash Back Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

Electric Car Scheme

Well being support from our qualified Mental Health First Aiders, as well as via our health scheme 

Job Type: Permanent

Job ID: 1277000000000224017

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