Skip Wagon Driver

Role: HGV – Skip Wagon Driver

Salary: £13.50 per hour + Overtime  

Location:  Newton Aycliffe, DL5 6NB

We are expanding our team and are currently hiring drivers to join our skip wagon fleet! 

As an HGV Driver at Ashcourt, you will be contracted to work 40 hours per week. Overtime is paid at a rate of £20.25 per hour for any hours worked beyond the first 45. 

Key responsibilities: 

• To operate HGV Cat C vehicles, following all HGV driver & traffic laws
• To operate the vehicle safely and professionally
• To drive long or short distances as required
• To help plan schedules & routes with your line manager
• To follow traffic reports and adapt routes as necessary
• To conduct accurate & thorough pre-use defect/cleanliness inspections of your vehicle
• To complete proof of deliveries on a tablet
• To ensure vehicle cab is kept in a clean & tidy condition 

As a Driver at Ashcourt, you will have: 

• A valid HGV Cat C license
• Tachograph card
• Up to date CPC
• A minimum of 1 years’ experience as a HGV/Skip wagon
• Maximum of 6 points on your licence
• Valid right to work in the UK 

Why Ashcourt? 

Ashcourt Group prides itself on producing a quality product and service, something that is reflected in our people. The Group offers employees a range of training and development opportunities alongside providing a welcoming office environment. 

Although The Ashcourt Group continues to expand rapidly, we value the fact that we remain a family-run organisation. We provide an excellent opportunity for growth in a fast-paced industry. We value innovation, collaboration, and accountability, and we are committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement. 

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the application, recruitment, and onboarding processes for candidates that require additional support and/or adjustments to be made. If you are having any difficulty applying, please contact our recruitment team on careers@ashcourt.com