Class 1 Container Driver - Castleford

Class 1 Container Driver - Castleford

Location: Castleford, West Yorkshire, GB, WF10 1

Application Deadline: 2026-12-26T11:01:45.547

Company Overview

Turners (Soham) Ltd is the UK's largest privately owned transport Company. We are looking to recruit LGV Container Drivers based at our Castleford depot.

Shift Information

Shifts for this vacancy are mainly Monday-Friday pattern. As a professional driver working for Turners Container Division, you will be required to demonstrate skill, professionalism and excellent customer service. Working for our container division, you will develop close working relationships with your planning and training team, alongside other drivers and staff members in a close-knit organisation that strives to create a welcoming and comfortable environment for all.

The haulage industry involves varying hours and timings, requiring potential candidates to be flexible in their approach to start and finish times. We have day, tramping, weekend & night shifts available, with shift patterns varying from depot to depot. Shift lengths do vary but you will be expected to comply with the Tachograph & Working Time Directive regulations at all times. Occasional nights out may be required for day drivers due to unforeseen circumstances.

Candidate Requirements

As a large and ever-expanding company, Turners can take on new drivers with limited experience. All we ask is that you are willing and keen to learn, growing our driving crew with knowledgeable and competent members. We are always keen to take on experienced drivers and recognize the knowledge and strengths you can bring to the organisation.

Essential Requirements

• Full HGV Class 1 (C + E) licence (1 year Preferred)
• Driver CPC & Tacho Card
• 35 hours CPC
• Container experience (preferred)
• Good knowledge of written and spoken English
• No test drives can take place without these documents and minimum PPE of Safety Boots

Benefits

• Driving Style Bonus
• Overtime Available
• Weekly Paid
• Company Uniform
• Tax-free allowances
• Modern well-maintained fleet
• Company contributory pension scheme
• Paid CPC training during employment (Terms apply - Dependent on Expiry Date of Current DQC)

Salary & Application

Average earnings estimated annually between £38,500 to £41,500. To apply for this position, please complete an application form or email your CV to #####.

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Turners (Soham) Ltd is the UK's largest privately owned transport Company. We are looking to recruit LGV Container Drivers based at our Castleford depot.Shifts for this vacancy are mainly Monday-Friday pattern.As a professional driver working for Turners Container Division, you will be required to demonstrate skill, professionalism and excellent customer service.Working for our container division you will develop close working relationships with your planning and training team, alongside other drivers and staff members in a close knit organisation that strives to create a welcoming and comfortable environment for all.The haulage industry is one of varying hours and timings, and will require potential candidates to be flexible in their approach to start and finish times. We have day, tramping, weekend & night shifts available (Shift patterns vary from depot to depot). Shift lengths do vary but you will be expected to comply with the Tachograph & Working Time Directive regulations at all times. Occasional nights out maybe required for day drivers due to unforeseen circumstancesAs a large and ever expanding company, Turners can take on new drivers with limited experience. All we ask is you are willing and keen to learn, growing our driving crew with knowledgeable and competent members. We are always keen to take on experienced drivers and recognize the knowledge and strengths you can bring to the organisation.

• Successful applicants MUST have the following:Full HGV Class 1 (C + E) licence (1 year Preferred)Driver CPC & Tacho Card35 hours CPCContainer experience (preferred)Good knowledge of written and spoken English(No test drives can take place without these documents and Minimum PPE of Safety Boots)Benefits:Driving Style BonusOvertime AvailableWeekly PaidCompany UniformTax-free allowancesModern well-maintained fleetCompany contributory pension schemePaid CPC training during employment (Terms apply - Dependent on Expiry Date of Current DQC)Average
earnings estimated annually £38,500 to £41,500\\
• .To apply for this position please complete an application form or email your CV to ##### #J-18808-Ljbffr