Class 1 Driver

Role : Class 1 Driver

Hours: 48 hours per week, Mon – Fri

Location: Burnett Road, Dartford, Erith, DA8 2LG

Salary: Skill dependent

The Business:

Global Ardour Recycling is a family-run business driven by a strong commitment to sustainability, integrity, innovation, and community. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we strive to create a supportive, inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, regardless of their background. We are proud of our longstanding partnership with the Onward Lives Charity, which reflects our values and passion for making a meaningful impact. This collaboration goes beyond financial support; it shapes how we operate daily, from reducing food waste to improving employability opportunities and supporting reintegration into society.

The role: 

We are looking for an experienced Class 1 Driver to join our Transport Team based out of our site in Erith.

Key Responsibilities:

• Driving and operating a Class 1 vehicle.
• To operate one vehicle with a variety of trailers, eg, bulker, curtain, flat
• Complete daily vehicle check sheets and defect reports as directed by the transport team.
• Use of tachographs, digital and analogue.
• Customer focussed with a professional approach to the job
• Adhere all relevant driving laws and regulations.
• Always provide good customer service (via telephone or face to face).
• Adhere all health and safety requirements as directed.
• Always maintain tidiness and cleanliness as directed.
• Undertaking nights out up to four nights per week, as required by the Company.
• Any other duties as directed by the transport team.
• To work nights out where necessary
• Loading / unloading own trailer with FLT

Requirements:

• Experience of driving and using a Class 1 vehicle
• Knowledge of Driver’s hours and working time directive’s regulations.
• Smart and professional appearance.
• The ability to work both as part of the team and by yourself.
• Driver CPC
• FLT training
• ADR training (willing to undergo training)

Please note all roles are subject to pre and post employment drug testing.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.