Careers

We are always looking for new members to join our fun and innovative team here at Mike Watson Transport. Whether you are on the road or in the office, it is important to us that you hold our key values of honesty, friendliness and helpfulness as they are what drive us to deliver our reliable services to our wonderful customer base.

Take a look at our current vacancies below:

 

Class 2 / C&D Driver HGV Class 1 Driver

 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Collection and delivery of goods
  • Check goods against delivery notes and advise shortages of damages
  • Liaise with other Class 2 and other Drivers
  • Adhere to current legislation regarding Drivers’ hours and Tachographs/Card
  • Carry out daily safety checks and report any vehicle defects promptly to Operations Manager
  • Report any accident damage promptly to the Transport/Line Manager
  • Ensure that the vehicle is kept in a clean and tidy condition at all times
  • Flexibility is key and occasional Saturday working is required (normally worked on a rota)

Skills, Knowledge and Qualities: 

  • HGV Class 2 Licence
  • 2 years experience with an excellent driving history - Must not have more than 6 points on licence
  • Ability to work to deadlines and remain calm under pressure
  • A positive attitude and proactive approach
  • Good level of English, written and oral
  • Ability to work well on own initiative and as part of a fast-moving team
  • DCPC Card

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £28,704 per year

Additional pay: Bonus scheme

Schedule: 10-hour shift / Mon-Fri

Experience:

  • Driving a Goods Vehicle: 2 years (required)
  • Driving: 1 years (preferred)

License/Certification: Driver CPC (required)

APPLY VIA INDEED

 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Transportation of goods as directed
  • Check goods against Manifest and advise any shortages or damages
  • Collect freight in order of priority i.e. Next Day, Timed etc
  • Report any delays likely to result in missed arrival times
  • Follow instructions from Management when on site
  • Liaise with other Drivers
  • Adhere to current legislation regarding Drivers’ hours and Tachographs/Card
  • Carry out daily safety checks and report any vehicle defects promptly to Operations Manager
  • Report any accident damage promptly to the Operations Manager
  • Ensure that the vehicle is kept in a clean and tidy condition at all times
  • Prepared to carry out various driving roles and duties, working nights and days as and when needed

Skills, Knowledge and Qualities: 

  • HGV Class 1 and Class 2 Licence plus FLT Counterbalance licence
  • Ability to work to deadlines and remain calm under pressure
  • A positive attitude and proactive approach
  • Good level of English, written and oral
  • Ability to work well on own initiative and as part of a fast-moving team
  • Flexibility is key to this role, required to cover other driving roles in the business

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £31,000.00-£33,600.00 per year

Additional pay: Bonus scheme

Schedule: 10-hour shift

Experience:

  • Driving a Goods Vehicle: 2 years (required)
  • Driving: 2 years (preferred)

License/Certification: Driver CPC (required)

APPLY VIA INDEED

 

 

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