HGV / LGV Driver

Salary: £42,000 per year

We are currently seeking experienced HGV/LGV Drivers to join our team based at our Operations Centre in Full Sutton, York! Working Monday to Friday you’ll benefit from a better work/life balance and have more time – whether it’s for raising a family, hobbies or for relaxation.

A Copart Driver loads, collects and delivers vehicles of all shapes, sizes and conditions and therefore the role can be physically demanding. In addition to being a Class 1 or Class 2 driver with a current LGV Licence, you’ll need to demonstrate a valid DQC, have relevant driving experience in both rural and urban environments as well as possessing great communication and customer service skills.

And in return we offer an initial minimum training rate of £42,000 for experienced LGV drivers as well as excellent additional earnings opportunities that could see earnings on average of £40,000 per annum, with the opportunity to earn an additional quarterly performance related bonus!

If you collect or deliver more cars the opportunity to earn more doesn’t stop!

Keywords: LGV Driver | Class 1 & 2 | C&E Licence | Large/Heavy Goods Vehicles | Recovery Driving | HGV Driver | CPC | Customer Service

Benefits

Monday to Friday Working / 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays / Employee benefits scheme providing discounts at many High Street Retailers / Discounted Employee Share Purchase Plan / Contributory Personal Pension Plan / Family Events ….as well as a uniform and on-going support with personal development, apply today!

Essential Skills

HGV/ LGV Licence Class 1 or Class 2
A Good understanding of the EU ‘Drivers Hours’ and ‘Working time’ rules
Current CPC
Relevant HGV/LGV driving experience of rigid 26 tonne vehicles or similar
Have good geographical knowledge
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Great customer service skillsALL OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT ARE SUBJECT TO RECEIPT OF PROOF OF RIGHT TO WORK DOCUMENTATION AND SATISFACTORY DISCLOSURE BARRING SERVICE (DBS) AND REFERENCE CHECKS TO THE COMPANY.

Desirable Skills

Car transportation or recovery experienceAbout Company

Copart UK, based in Bedford, is part of Copart Inc, a global company that specialises in recycling and reselling vehicles online via our global auction platform. As the industry leader in used and salvage vehicle auctions in the UK, we handle over half a million vehicles each year on behalf of the motor insurance and wider automotive sector.

We provide our sellers with an unrivalled marketplace, and our buyers with access to vehicles and parts globally. We also run a range of other businesses including where anyone can sell their vehicle to us and get a great price!