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HGV DRIVER CLASS 1 (40 hours per week)

SCRABSTER DEPOT

Northwards is a well-known name in freight and haulage in Scotland, operating from depots in Shetland, Orkney, Aberdeen, Inverness, Scrabster, and Glasgow, with partner collaborations extending across the UK and Europe.

We share a genuine commitment to putting customers first by providing on-time and reliable delivery of goods and equipment. Every member of our team has an important role to play in maintaining our standards and driving the business forward.

We are currently recruiting for a HGV Driver to join the team, based at our busy Scrabster depot.

About the role:

Our HGV Drivers play a key role in the local community’s supply chain. We support a broad customer base including the marine and agricultural industry. We transport various cargo such as plant and equipment, temperature-controlled goods and hazardous waste.

Reporting to the Depot Manager, our HGV Drivers are predominantly responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of customer freight throughout the North of Scotland. In addition, there are various other tasks that our HGV Drivers carry out, including:

  • Conducting daily vehicle and trailer checks, ensuring that any defects found are reported accordingly
  • Loading and securing freight onto vehicles
  • Liaising with colleagues at the Transport Office to coordinate the movement of freight to locations out with the North of Scotland

Where applicable, opportunities for overtime may be available.

Benefits:

At Northwards, we offer an attractive benefits package which includes:

  • Competitive salary, leave provisions and pension scheme
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Development training
  • Group life assurance.

Key requirements:

  • Category CE Driving Licence

How to apply:

Please apply by sending your cv and covering letter to hr@northwardsltd.co.uk by 23.59 on 5th June 2026. Northwards reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

For an informal discussion about the role, please phone Thomas Jones on 01847 892052.