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HGV Class 1 Driver (NIGHTS)

Job Type: Class 1; driver

Reference: C1N AVDT 2025

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AV Dawson is a multimodal freight logistics and port operator based on the River Tees in Middlesbrough. The firm has an enviable reputation and over 85 years’ experience in the Port and Logistics sector. The AV Dawson group is made up of a number of subsidiary businesses including Port of Middlesbrough Limited, AV Dawson Transport Limited, AVD Industrial and Port Services Limited and ships agency Cockfield Knight.

The group employs approximately 200 people across the region and is committed to honouring the past, protecting what we have built and inspiring the next generation.

  • £16.46 per hour, overtime minimum £21.57 per hour. Average earnings £40K-£52K per year, dependent upon hours worked, nights out and overtime.
  • Overtime available weekends
  • Potential annual bonus payment up to £3k
  • Comprehensive benefits package

The Transport Department works in a variety of sectors including steel segments, automotive coil, bulk goods (tippers), ADR goods and containers. All drivers are expected to complete a varied workload.

The key aspects of the roles include:

  • Unloading, loading and supervising of loading of goods
  • Adherence to safe working procedures and legislative requirements inclusive of accurate completion of tachograph.
  • Completion of appropriate records and documentation relating to delivery and transportation as part of company procedures.

The successful applicant will:

  • Have a Class 1 Driving license (C+E)
  • A full CPC license
  • Be a good team worker
  • Be efficient and an excellent timekeeper

Full and part time working hours available as well as driver apprenticeship roles where achievement of a Class 1 training certificate would be supported.

Opportunities available for bespoke roles and working patterns to promote the safety, health and wellbeing of our employees and to support work life balance.

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