BRIT078 – HGV Class 1 Heavy Transporter Driver

Portbury Source: WhatJobs

£58,240 OTE

8th October 2026

£58,240 OTE | Monday to Friday Tramping | Specialist Transport Operation

Portbury

Brit European is recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our specialist heavy transport operation.

This is an excellent opportunity for drivers with vehicle recovery or car transporter experience looking for a permanent position with strong earning potential, modern equipment and long-term job security.

If you’re looking to move away from general haulage and join a professional specialist transport operation, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Join Brit European?

Realistic OTE of £58,240 per year
Monday to Friday tramping
Night Out and Meal Allowances (Tax free)
Overtime available at enhanced rates
Company uniform
On-site facilities
Ongoing training and development
Upskilling and progression opportunities
Increasing annual leave entitlement with service
Stable, year-round work
Variety of specialist transport work

The Role

As part of our specialist transport team, you will transport commercial vehicles and plant machinery throughout the UK using the latest generation transporter equipment.

This is a rewarding role that offers variety, responsibility and the opportunity to work within a highly skilled transport operation.

Your responsibilities will include:

Transporting commercial vehicles and plant machinery nationwide
Loading, securing and unloading vehicles safely
Completing vehicle inspections and delivery paperwork
Ensuring full compliance with all transport and safety regulations
Working safely at height when required

Please note this role operates specialist transporter vehicles fitted with transporter-sized cabs.

Shift Pattern

Monday to Friday tramping
Typical start times between 05:00 and 06:00
Up to 4 nights out per week
Permanent, year-round work

What We’re Looking For

Full HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence
Minimum 12 months Class 1 driving experience
Valid Driver CPC Qualification
Digital Tachograph Card
Previous car transporter or vehicle recovery experience preferred but not essential
No more than 6 penalty points
No DD, DR or IN endorsements
Good level of physical fitness
Comfortable working at height
Professional attitude and strong attention to safety

About Brit European

At Brit European, drivers are at the heart of everything we do.

We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with our drivers by providing stable work, quality equipment, ongoing support and opportunities to develop specialist skills within the transport industry.

This is more than just another driving role. It’s an opportunity to join a respected specialist transport operation and build a long-term career with a company that values its drivers.

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