7.5 Tonne Driver – Full-Time Opportunity


Company:	Driver Hire Basildon & Southend
Salary:	£26,400 - £30,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Basildon, SS14 3BB
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	10 Jul 2026
Closing date:	9 Aug 2026

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Summary

Driver Hire is the UK’s largest specialist logistics recruiter, providing a wide range of drivers and non-driving staff to organisations throughout the UK.

With over 40 years of experience and a nationwide network of over 100 offices, we offer a full range of recruitment services – temporary and permanent positions, driving work and logistics jobs.

Our client, a trusted provider of reliable same-day logistics and courier services across the UK, is looking for a professional and dependable driver to join their growing team.

As a 7.5 Tonne Driver, you will be responsible for delivering goods safely and efficiently while providing excellent customer service. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated 7.5 Tonne Driver seeking a permanent role with a competitive salary, bonus scheme, and excellent benefits.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' commercial driving experience

• Valid 7.5 Tonne (Category C1) licence

• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card

• Good knowledge of UK road networks

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious

Salary & Benefits

• £26,900 annual basic salary (including performance bonus)

• Monthly profit share bonus

• Performance-based bonus scheme

• Overtime pay at £15 per hour

• Weekly pay

• Company pension

• Full-time, permanent position

If you're an experienced 7.5 Tonne Driver looking for a company that values its employees and rewards performance, we'd love to hear from you. Whether you're an experienced or a skilled 7.5 Tonne Driver ready for your next challenge, apply today and join a business committed to providing exceptional same-day logistics and courier services across the UK.

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