HGV DRIVERS 7.5 & 18t - Lee Atkins Removals & Storage

Job Posted: 13 August 2025

• Contract Term: Permanent
• Location: Merstone, Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Full or part time
• Salary: DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE
• Industries: Logistics & Transport Distribution Property Services

HGV Class 2 Lorry Drivers required for mainland and island work. must have experience 

We are a family-run removal and storage company in need of an HGV driver to start as soon as possible.

We have immediate opportunities to appoint Class 2 lorry drivers to our team. We are looking to recruit both experienced and newly qualified drivers, as ongoing training and mentoring is given to help progress.

The role will involve safely and efficiently loading customers' possessions and delivering them throughout the UK, whilst also adhering to EU driver hours regulations and maintaining the highest company and customer standards. Some nights away are required, so a flexible approach to your working week and weekends is essential.

Also require someone who is responsible, polite, and treats our customers' belongings as their own and looks after the lorries. Always give 110%.

Removals Duties

• You will be responsible for driving the vehicle and crew to the designated address and supporting the crew with removal duties, including packing, loading, and unloading the vehicle.
• You will need to be physically fit in order to pack, carry, load/unload the vehicle, and dismantle/reassemble furniture. 
• You must be willing to work unsocial hours at times, including some nights away. You need to hold a valid passport, as some of our moves include a collection/delivery in mainland Europe. 
• You are required to behave in a polite and professional manner at all times in this customer-facing role and should have strong communication skills to talk with your customers and colleagues.
• It is essential that you are reliable, flexible and punctual, as move day schedules are vital and can be stressful for the customer.
• Ensure all removal paperwork is completed correctly and submitted in a timely manner.
• Maintain regular communication with the office.
• Wear company uniform at all times and PPE when collecting or delivering to customers and other sites
• You will need your own transport, as you will be departing from/returning to the local depot. 

Driving Requirements

• Complete daily vehicle checks and vehicle defect sheet and report defects to the office.
• Ensure all loads are safely secured and that there is no risk of waste or debris falling from your vehicle trailer or container
• Load and unload the vehicle adhering to safe working practices and complete risk assessments as required
• Fuel the vehicle and ensure it is clean externally and internally to required standards
• Ensure your vehicle and trailer is kept in a safe, serviceable and clean condition
• Present the tachograph card for downloading on a weekly basis
• Report accidents and incidents immediately to the Transport Manager
• Comply with all company, UK, and European safety and driving regulations. 
• Drivers must provide proof of DCPC.

CPC Essential. Good rates of pay.

Please send us your CV or a written application, and we will contact you.