Lorry Driver Vacancy CE
| Posting date: | 16 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | There is overtime and night away subsistence / allowances, as well as pension contributions |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 July 2025 |
| Location: | Knottingley, West Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Prestons of Potto |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: |
Summary
Flatbed and Curtainside opportunities
About the Company
Prestons of Potto is an award-winning Haulage and Warehousing company based in the North East of England. The company was founded in 1936 and employs approximately 200 people across four locations. The company is headquartered at Potto, with satellite depots at Stockton-on-Tees, Knottingley and St. Neots.
The business works with a wide range of customers and has been involved in several high-profile projects for large blue-chip clients. The depot is ideally located just off the A19 and boasts a modern fleet of articulated curtainside, flatbed and extender vehicles.
Job Description
This represents an excellent opportunity to join a well-respected transport company. We are looking to recruit trampers who will make deliveries across the length and breadth of the country.
We have opportunities for both FLATBED and CURTAINSIDE vehicles
Whilst experience is preferable, all backgrounds will be considered. Responsibilities for this role include:
Demonstrate a respectful, positive attitude towards others.
Make deliveries on behalf of a wide range of clients, representing the company with pride and professionalism at all times
Work effectively as part of a team
Work safely within the Health, safety environmental guidelines and insist others do the same
Hold a valid C+E Driving License
Hold a valid Driver CPC
Have knowledge of the geographical area
Qualifications and Skills
Suitable candidates must largely satisfy the following requirements:
Full C+E (class 1) UK Driving Licence
High levels of reliability and integrity
Able to work as part of a larger team through excellent communication skills
Pay Structure
£12.80 per hour
£16 per hour Saturday and Sunday
£23.75 tax-free Nights Out Expenses
Statutory Pension
28 days holiday per year including Bank Holidays
Enhanced hourly rate for 5+ years service
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.80-£16.00 per hour
Schedule:
10 hour shift
12 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Overtime
Weekend availability
Licence/Certification:
Class 1 C+E (required)
Driver CPC (required)
Digital Tachograph (required)
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
About the Company
Prestons of Potto is an award-winning Haulage and Warehousing company based in the North East of England. The company was founded in 1936 and employs approximately 200 people across four locations. The company is headquartered at Potto, with satellite depots at Stockton-on-Tees, Knottingley and St. Neots.
The business works with a wide range of customers and has been involved in several high-profile projects for large blue-chip clients. The depot is ideally located just off the A19 and boasts a modern fleet of articulated curtainside, flatbed and extender vehicles.
Job Description
This represents an excellent opportunity to join a well-respected transport company. We are looking to recruit trampers who will make deliveries across the length and breadth of the country.
We have opportunities for both FLATBED and CURTAINSIDE vehicles
Whilst experience is preferable, all backgrounds will be considered. Responsibilities for this role include:
Demonstrate a respectful, positive attitude towards others.
Make deliveries on behalf of a wide range of clients, representing the company with pride and professionalism at all times
Work effectively as part of a team
Work safely within the Health, safety environmental guidelines and insist others do the same
Hold a valid C+E Driving License
Hold a valid Driver CPC
Have knowledge of the geographical area
Qualifications and Skills
Suitable candidates must largely satisfy the following requirements:
Full C+E (class 1) UK Driving Licence
High levels of reliability and integrity
Able to work as part of a larger team through excellent communication skills
Pay Structure
£12.80 per hour
£16 per hour Saturday and Sunday
£23.75 tax-free Nights Out Expenses
Statutory Pension
28 days holiday per year including Bank Holidays
Enhanced hourly rate for 5+ years service
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.80-£16.00 per hour
Schedule:
10 hour shift
12 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Overtime
Weekend availability
Licence/Certification:
Class 1 C+E (required)
Driver CPC (required)
Digital Tachograph (required)
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person