HGV Drivers

HGV Driver

Location: Peterlee

SR8 2JQ

Your Next HGV Driving Opportunity!

Looking for a driving role that offers great earning potential, no nights out, no bank holiday working, and real work-life balance?

We're looking for

HGV Drivers to join our team at our

Peterlee Operation Centre

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• Whether you're an experienced Car Transporter Driver or an HGV Driver looking for a new challenge, we'll give you all the training and support you need to succeed.
• What's in it for you?

Earn approximately

£43,438 per year (based on an average of 7 vehicle collections per day)

Monday to Friday working

No bank holiday working

Three weeks dedicated one-to-one training

Ongoing CPC training and development

What you'll be doing

• As one of our Car Transporter Drivers, you'll play an important role in keeping the automotive industry moving.
• Every day is different as you collect, transport and deliver accident-damaged vehicles for some of the UK's leading insurers, fleet operators and automotive businesses.
• Your responsibilities will include: Safely loading, transporting and unloading vehicles
• Carrying out vehicle inspections and reporting any damage
• Delivering excellent customer service at every collection and delivery
• Operating safely while following all legal and company driving standards
• Using handheld technology to manage your daily workload
• This is an active role that involves physical work as well as driving.

What we're looking for

HGV Class 1 (C+E) or Class 2 (Cat C) licence

Current Driver CPC

Good understanding of Drivers' Hours and Working Time Regulations

Experience driving in both urban and rural environments

Strong communication and customer service skills

Good attention to detail

• Confidence using handheld devices and basic IT systems
• The ability to plan your day and adapt to changing priorities
• Previous vehicle recovery or car transporter experience is beneficial, but not essential.

Why join Copart?

As a global leader in vehicle remarketing and recycling, we're proud to invest in our people. Join a business where you'll receive ongoing support, opportunities to develop your career, and the stability of a permanent role with an industry leader.

Our benefits

In addition to great earning potential, you'll also enjoy:

• 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• An additional day off for a special personal occasion
• Paid volunteering day each year

Healthcare Cash Plan

Contributory pension scheme

Exclusive employee discounts on shopping, travel and family days out

Cycle to Work Scheme

Gym discounts and wellbeing resources

Life Assurance

Employee share purchase plan

• All offers of employment are subject to proof of the right to work in the UK, satisfactory references and a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.
• If you're looking for a stable, rewarding driving career with a company that invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you.
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• Copart are an equal opportunity employer, proudly hiring a diverse workforce. Discrimination is expressly forbidden and we therefore kindly welcome all applications.

At Copart, we are focused on harnessing the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. By embracing diverse perspectives, we open doors to innovation and unleash the full potential of our team. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels appreciated, included, and inspired to grow and contribute meaningfully.