Class 1 Driver

Company: Dawsongroup
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Location: Patchway
Job Description:

Are you a Class 1 Driver, HGV Driver or LGV Driver looking for your next opportunity? As a Class 1 Driver with Dawsongroup Truck & Trailer, you will play an important role in keeping our rental operation moving, delivering and collecting vehicles while providing a professional service to our customers.

  • Deliver and collect vehicles from customer sites, Company branches and workshop premises.
  • Present vehicles for MOT and assist with parking equipment securely in the correct areas.
  • Complete daily vehicle checks and report any defects promptly.
  • Clean vehicles inside and out to the required Company standard.
  • Support with other duties when required, including check in andcheck outs, office duties and transporting colleagues or guests.

About You

You will hold a current, valid UK LGV/HGV Class 1 driving licence and Driver Qualification Card, alongside a safe and responsible approach to driving. We are looking for someone polite, professional and flexible, who can adapt to varied journeys, vehicles and customer interactions.

  • Able to complete tasks safely and in accordance with driving rules and regulations.
  • Comfortable completing basic forms and paperwork.
  • Consistently pleasant, polite and professional when dealing with customers and colleagues.
  • Clean and tidy in appearance, with sensible non-slip footwear.
  • Flexible and willing to support the wider team when required.

Not sure you meet every requirement? We value transferable skills, attitude and potential, so if you can see yourself succeeding in the role, we encourage you to apply.

About Us

Dawsongroup has been operatingsince 1935 and has been in asset rental since 1974. Today, our Truck & Trailer Business Unit continues to build long-term customer relationships through quality assets, service and people.

  • A business with over 50 years of experience in asset rental.
  • A strong focus on customer service and long-term relationships.
  • Investment in modern, high-quality assets.
  • A culture built around safety, professionalism and doing the right thing.
  • Opportunities to grow through funded training and internal progression.

Dawsongroup is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

About Your Future

This is an opportunity to build your future with an established asset rental business where your contribution matters. With varied work, customer interaction and opportunities to develop, you can make the role your own while growing with Dawsongroup.

  • Funded training and internal progression pathways.
  • 24 days standard leave allowance + plus Birthday + plus Bank Holidays + up to 10 days extra (time served and purchase scheme)
  • Wellbeing and mental health support.
  • Seasonal gifts and Cycle to Work schemes.

Our people are our greatest asset. If you are ready to put your Class 1 driving skills to work and become part of a business that invests in its people, we would love to hear from you.

The company

Dawsongroup is a leading provider of asset rental, leasing, and management solutions across the UK, Europe, and beyond, offering a diverse portfolio from temperature control and transport to materials handling, specialist vehicles, and modular buildings. At the heart of its approach is the Smarter Asset Strategy, enabling businesses to access and optimise assets without the financial risks of ownership, supporting scalability, efficiency, and financial control.

With deep industry expertise, operational excellence, and a focus on innovation, Dawsongroup helps customers boost productivity, resilience, and sustainability to stay competitive in a changing marketplace.

“What I enjoy most about my role is the variety that each day brings and the chance to work collaboratively with such a supportive and knowledgeable team. We work well together, always willing to help one another, and it’s rewarding to be part of a team that is focused on delivering great results while maintaining a positive and enjoyable working environment.”

“Since joining Dawsongroup in 2008, I’ve progressed from Trainee Fleet Quality Controller to Area Sales Manager. The business has continually invested in my development, opening doors to new opportunities and challenges. It’s a company where hard work is recognised and career progression is genuinely achievable.”

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Posted: September 16th, 2026