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About Silver Knight Machine Movers
Silver Knight Haulage and Machineries is a family-run firm established in the West Midlands in 2005 with the aim of providing a cost-effective yet professional service to businesses for the removal, transportation and installation of machinery, plant and equipment here in the UK and worldwide.
Between us, the workforce at Silver Knight has over 50 years of experience with machinery and its operation. It is part of our working ethic to ensure that any equipment we handle is handled with care, with attention paid to all parts.
We Are Currently Looking for....
Skilled professionals to drive our success, including...
HGV Class 1 LOW LOADER Driver
We are seeking a professional and reliable HGV Class 1 LOW LOADER driver to join our machine-moving team. The successful candidate will be responsible for transporting equipment efficiently and safely across designated routes as well as loading and unloading factory machinery. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about driving and working with machinery.
Duties Include:
• Operate HGV class 1 Low Loader lorries and other commercial vehicles to transport goods between locations
• Follow movement orders
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure safety standards are met
• Be able to chain, strap and sheet loads, and be a slinger banksman (training can be provided)
• Comply with all traffic laws, health and safety regulations, and company policies
• Assist with loading and unloading machinery
• Mechanical experience would be an advantage, but not essential, as training will be given
Skills
• Proven experience in driving commercial vehicles, particularly low-loader lorries essential
• Forklift licence would be an advantage, but not essential, as training will be given
• Good physical fitness for handling loads, as you will be required to jack and skate machinery (training provided)
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently under minimal supervision and also work as part of a team
• Ability to operate a variety of vehicle types with confidence and professionalism
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
