What are you going to do? AB Texel UK are a large, well-established agricultural bulk transport company who are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV / Trailer mechanic to assist our growing team. Our mechanics play an important part in the process of maintaining a 'second to none' specialist transport fleet. Who are you? Our ideal mechanic: If you're a vehicle/trailer mechanic, you could be the person we're looking for to join our growing team. Whether you're newly qualified or an experienced mechanic, if you're dedicated to providing the best possible service and can maximise use of technical knowledge and skills to achieve effective, safe service and repair of our fleet, then at AB Texel UK you will fit right in! You will have a technical qualification, or proven experience in repairing and maintaining HGV vehicles and trailers (experience with trailers preferred). Working knowledge of Hydraulic systems and electrical motors. Ability to work within guidelines given and to strict deadlines. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to work as part of a team. Awareness and understanding of health and safety requirements. Good verbal communication skills. Flexible attitude and a willingness to learn new skills to effectively undertake the role. HGV licence is an advantage but not essential What do we offer you? You are in the right place at AB Texel UK. As we think it is quite normal to take good care of our people, that is why we offer you: A competitive package - including additional Call Out and Out of Hours Payments Guaranteed Hours Overtime available A fully comprehensive induction A good quality AB uniform. A safe working environment What shift are you going to work? Monday to Friday 07:30 - 17:30, Saturdays 07:30 - 13:00 as part of a rota, Sundays as required. On call and out of hours as part of a rota. There may be a requirement to work at our other workshop at Greetham Wood (LE15) where required. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £19.50-£23.50 per hour Benefits: Cycle to work scheme On-site parking Application question(s): Do you hold a Level 2 and above HGV Technician qualification or equivalent? Experience: HGV Mechanic / Technician: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: Class 1 HGV entitlement (preferred) Driving Licence (preferred) Work Location: In person
Sep 13, 2026
Full time
What are you going to do? AB Texel UK are a large, well-established agricultural bulk transport company who are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV / Trailer mechanic to assist our growing team. Our mechanics play an important part in the process of maintaining a 'second to none' specialist transport fleet. Who are you? Our ideal mechanic: If you're a vehicle/trailer mechanic, you could be the person we're looking for to join our growing team. Whether you're newly qualified or an experienced mechanic, if you're dedicated to providing the best possible service and can maximise use of technical knowledge and skills to achieve effective, safe service and repair of our fleet, then at AB Texel UK you will fit right in! You will have a technical qualification, or proven experience in repairing and maintaining HGV vehicles and trailers (experience with trailers preferred). Working knowledge of Hydraulic systems and electrical motors. Ability to work within guidelines given and to strict deadlines. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to work as part of a team. Awareness and understanding of health and safety requirements. Good verbal communication skills. Flexible attitude and a willingness to learn new skills to effectively undertake the role. HGV licence is an advantage but not essential What do we offer you? You are in the right place at AB Texel UK. As we think it is quite normal to take good care of our people, that is why we offer you: A competitive package - including additional Call Out and Out of Hours Payments Guaranteed Hours Overtime available A fully comprehensive induction A good quality AB uniform. A safe working environment What shift are you going to work? Monday to Friday 07:30 - 17:30, Saturdays 07:30 - 13:00 as part of a rota, Sundays as required. On call and out of hours as part of a rota. There may be a requirement to work at our other workshop at Greetham Wood (LE15) where required. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £19.50-£23.50 per hour Benefits: Cycle to work scheme On-site parking Application question(s): Do you hold a Level 2 and above HGV Technician qualification or equivalent? Experience: HGV Mechanic / Technician: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: Class 1 HGV entitlement (preferred) Driving Licence (preferred) Work Location: In person
AB Texel UK are a large, well-established agricultural bulk transport company who are currently recruiting for a reliable HGV Class 1 driver to shunt at our customers premises in Whittlesey. Shift Pattern - We currently have the following shift pattern available: 4 on 4 off Shift (22:00 - 06:00) What are you going to do? This is a physically demanding, yard based role, suited to someone who enjoys being active, working outdoors, and getting stuck in as part of a hard working team. Use a tug to shunt trailers on site as per our customers' requirements. Maintain a professional and courteous attitude when dealing with customers and members of the public Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects in line with company procedures and DVSA requirements Follow all health & safety, site, and company procedures Providing customer service as part of this role. _Physical work required:_ Ability to couple and uncouple units and trailers. Ability to load and unload. Ability to climb up onto the back and into trailers. Ability to roll bulker sheet from one side to other, where required. Who are you? Our ideal driver: Feels at home in the agricultural sector. Is in possession of an HGV Class 1 license A clean license is preferred Experience desired, however, full training will be provided. What do we offer you? You are in the right place at AB Texel UK. As we think it is quite normal to take good care of our people, that is why we offer you: A competitive package. Guaranteed Hours Refer a friend bonus scheme A fully comprehensive induction A good quality AB uniform after completion of probationary period. Continued professional development and company funded full DCPC periodic training. A safe working environment and a modern fleet with well-maintained equipment. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £18.98-£21.03 per hour Experience: Driving a Goods Vehicle: 1 year (preferred) Shunting: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: Category C+E Licence (required) Work Location: In person
May 27, 2026
Full time
AB Texel UK are a large, well-established agricultural bulk transport company who are currently recruiting for a reliable HGV Class 1 driver to shunt at our customers premises in Whittlesey. Shift Pattern - We currently have the following shift pattern available: 4 on 4 off Shift (22:00 - 06:00) What are you going to do? This is a physically demanding, yard based role, suited to someone who enjoys being active, working outdoors, and getting stuck in as part of a hard working team. Use a tug to shunt trailers on site as per our customers' requirements. Maintain a professional and courteous attitude when dealing with customers and members of the public Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects in line with company procedures and DVSA requirements Follow all health & safety, site, and company procedures Providing customer service as part of this role. _Physical work required:_ Ability to couple and uncouple units and trailers. Ability to load and unload. Ability to climb up onto the back and into trailers. Ability to roll bulker sheet from one side to other, where required. Who are you? Our ideal driver: Feels at home in the agricultural sector. Is in possession of an HGV Class 1 license A clean license is preferred Experience desired, however, full training will be provided. What do we offer you? You are in the right place at AB Texel UK. As we think it is quite normal to take good care of our people, that is why we offer you: A competitive package. Guaranteed Hours Refer a friend bonus scheme A fully comprehensive induction A good quality AB uniform after completion of probationary period. Continued professional development and company funded full DCPC periodic training. A safe working environment and a modern fleet with well-maintained equipment. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £18.98-£21.03 per hour Experience: Driving a Goods Vehicle: 1 year (preferred) Shunting: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: Category C+E Licence (required) Work Location: In person
AB Texel UK Ltd transports agricultural bulk goods, mainly potatoes, to various factories across the UK and EU. Our HGV Drivers play an important part in the process of getting the products we transport to the final customer, while also ensuring we deliver a high level of service. We are recruiting for the following shift patterns: Nights - 4 nights on, 4 nights off (rolling shift pattern), to cover our Shunting Operations where required. What are you going to do? AB Texel UK Ltd transports agricultural bulk goods, mainly potatoes, to the factory. Our drivers play an important part in the process of getting food to the final customers. What are you going to do? Collecting and Delivering agricultural products, according to Planning Requirements. Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects in line with company procedures and DVSA requirements Ensure loads are secure and comply with weight and safety regulations Complete all required paperwork accurately, including delivery notes, PODs, tachograph records, and defect reports. Use tachographs correctly and comply with Working Time Directive (WTD) and drivers' hours regulations Maintain a professional and courteous attitude when dealing with customers and members of the public Follow all health & safety, site, and company procedures Keep vehicles clean and presentable Providing customer service as part of this role. When covering the shunting operations, this can be a physically demanding, yard based role, suited to someone who enjoys being active, working outdoors, and getting stuck in as part of a hard working team. Where you will be required to: Use a tug to shunt trailers on site as per our customers' requirements. Maintain a professional and courteous attitude when dealing with customers and members of the public Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects in line with company procedures and DVSA requirements Follow all health & safety, site, and company procedures Providing customer service as part of this role. _Physical work required for both these roles:_ Ability to couple and uncouple units and trailers. Ability to load and unload. Ability to climb up onto the back to assist with the loading process. Ability to roll bulker sheet from one side to other, where required. Ability to wash and clean unit and trailers. Who are you? Our ideal driver: Feels at home in the agricultural sector. Ideally previous tug experience, although full training will be provided. Likes varied locations & a varied workload, no two days will be the same. Is in possession of an HGV Class 1 license and Driver CPC A clean license is preferred What do we offer you? At AB Texel UK we understand that in order to perform your work optimally, you need good materials. That is why we have modern trucks and trailers. In addition, new drivers receive thorough training with us. They are trained and intensively supported and supervised by an experienced AB colleague who can teach them all the tricks of our specific trade. Our new drivers only begin to work independently once they have achieved our high standards and built-up sufficient experience. Because only then are these drivers able to call themselves true AB specialists. You are in the right place at AB Texel UK. As we think it is quite normal to take good care of our people, that is why we offer you: A competitive package. Guaranteed Hours A fully comprehensive induction A good quality AB uniform. Continued professional development and in house DCPC periodic training. Modern high spec vehicles and trailers. On board computer systems for job detail. A safe working environment and a modern fleet with well-maintained equipment. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £15.87-£21.03 per hour Ability to commute/relocate: Peterborough PE7 2AR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: HGV driving: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: Category C+E Licence (required) Driver CPC (required) Work Location: In person
May 26, 2026
Full time
AB Texel UK Ltd transports agricultural bulk goods, mainly potatoes, to various factories across the UK and EU. Our HGV Drivers play an important part in the process of getting the products we transport to the final customer, while also ensuring we deliver a high level of service. We are recruiting for the following shift patterns: Nights - 4 nights on, 4 nights off (rolling shift pattern), to cover our Shunting Operations where required. What are you going to do? AB Texel UK Ltd transports agricultural bulk goods, mainly potatoes, to the factory. Our drivers play an important part in the process of getting food to the final customers. What are you going to do? Collecting and Delivering agricultural products, according to Planning Requirements. Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects in line with company procedures and DVSA requirements Ensure loads are secure and comply with weight and safety regulations Complete all required paperwork accurately, including delivery notes, PODs, tachograph records, and defect reports. Use tachographs correctly and comply with Working Time Directive (WTD) and drivers' hours regulations Maintain a professional and courteous attitude when dealing with customers and members of the public Follow all health & safety, site, and company procedures Keep vehicles clean and presentable Providing customer service as part of this role. When covering the shunting operations, this can be a physically demanding, yard based role, suited to someone who enjoys being active, working outdoors, and getting stuck in as part of a hard working team. Where you will be required to: Use a tug to shunt trailers on site as per our customers' requirements. Maintain a professional and courteous attitude when dealing with customers and members of the public Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects in line with company procedures and DVSA requirements Follow all health & safety, site, and company procedures Providing customer service as part of this role. _Physical work required for both these roles:_ Ability to couple and uncouple units and trailers. Ability to load and unload. Ability to climb up onto the back to assist with the loading process. Ability to roll bulker sheet from one side to other, where required. Ability to wash and clean unit and trailers. Who are you? Our ideal driver: Feels at home in the agricultural sector. Ideally previous tug experience, although full training will be provided. Likes varied locations & a varied workload, no two days will be the same. Is in possession of an HGV Class 1 license and Driver CPC A clean license is preferred What do we offer you? At AB Texel UK we understand that in order to perform your work optimally, you need good materials. That is why we have modern trucks and trailers. In addition, new drivers receive thorough training with us. They are trained and intensively supported and supervised by an experienced AB colleague who can teach them all the tricks of our specific trade. Our new drivers only begin to work independently once they have achieved our high standards and built-up sufficient experience. Because only then are these drivers able to call themselves true AB specialists. You are in the right place at AB Texel UK. As we think it is quite normal to take good care of our people, that is why we offer you: A competitive package. Guaranteed Hours A fully comprehensive induction A good quality AB uniform. Continued professional development and in house DCPC periodic training. Modern high spec vehicles and trailers. On board computer systems for job detail. A safe working environment and a modern fleet with well-maintained equipment. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £15.87-£21.03 per hour Ability to commute/relocate: Peterborough PE7 2AR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: HGV driving: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: Category C+E Licence (required) Driver CPC (required) Work Location: In person
AB Texel UK are a large, well-established agricultural bulk transport company who are currently recruiting for a reliable HGV Class 1 driver to shunt at our customers premises in Whittlesey. Shift Pattern - We currently have the following shift pattern available: 4 on 4 off Shift (22:00 - 06:00) What are you going to do? This is a physically demanding, yard based role, suited to someone who enjoys being active, working outdoors, and getting stuck in as part of a hard working team. Use a tug to shunt trailers on site as per our customers' requirements. Maintain a professional and courteous attitude when dealing with customers and members of the public Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects in line with company procedures and DVSA requirements Follow all health & safety, site, and company procedures Providing customer service as part of this role. _Physical work required:_ Ability to couple and uncouple units and trailers. Ability to load and unload. Ability to climb up onto the back and into trailers. Ability to roll bulker sheet from one side to other, where required. Who are you? Our ideal driver: Feels at home in the agricultural sector. Is in possession of an HGV Class 1 license A clean license is preferred Experience desired, however, full training will be provided. What do we offer you? You are in the right place at AB Texel UK. As we think it is quite normal to take good care of our people, that is why we offer you: A competitive package. Guaranteed Hours Refer a friend bonus scheme A fully comprehensive induction A good quality AB uniform after completion of probationary period. Continued professional development and company funded full DCPC periodic training. A safe working environment and a modern fleet with well-maintained equipment. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £18.98-£21.03 per hour Experience: Driving a Goods Vehicle: 1 year (preferred) Shunting: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: Category C+E Licence (required) Work Location: In person
May 26, 2026
Full time
AB Texel UK are a large, well-established agricultural bulk transport company who are currently recruiting for a reliable HGV Class 1 driver to shunt at our customers premises in Whittlesey. Shift Pattern - We currently have the following shift pattern available: 4 on 4 off Shift (22:00 - 06:00) What are you going to do? This is a physically demanding, yard based role, suited to someone who enjoys being active, working outdoors, and getting stuck in as part of a hard working team. Use a tug to shunt trailers on site as per our customers' requirements. Maintain a professional and courteous attitude when dealing with customers and members of the public Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects in line with company procedures and DVSA requirements Follow all health & safety, site, and company procedures Providing customer service as part of this role. _Physical work required:_ Ability to couple and uncouple units and trailers. Ability to load and unload. Ability to climb up onto the back and into trailers. Ability to roll bulker sheet from one side to other, where required. Who are you? Our ideal driver: Feels at home in the agricultural sector. Is in possession of an HGV Class 1 license A clean license is preferred Experience desired, however, full training will be provided. What do we offer you? You are in the right place at AB Texel UK. As we think it is quite normal to take good care of our people, that is why we offer you: A competitive package. Guaranteed Hours Refer a friend bonus scheme A fully comprehensive induction A good quality AB uniform after completion of probationary period. Continued professional development and company funded full DCPC periodic training. A safe working environment and a modern fleet with well-maintained equipment. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £18.98-£21.03 per hour Experience: Driving a Goods Vehicle: 1 year (preferred) Shunting: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: Category C+E Licence (required) Work Location: In person
AB Texel UK Ltd transports agricultural bulk goods, mainly potatoes, to various factories across the UK and EU. Our HGV Drivers play an important part in the process of getting the products we transport to the final customer, while also ensuring we deliver a high level of service. We are recruiting for the following shift patterns: Nights - 4 nights on, 4 nights off (rolling shift pattern), to cover our Shunting Operations where required. What are you going to do? AB Texel UK Ltd transports agricultural bulk goods, mainly potatoes, to the factory. Our drivers play an important part in the process of getting food to the final customers. What are you going to do? Collecting and Delivering agricultural products, according to Planning Requirements. Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects in line with company procedures and DVSA requirements Ensure loads are secure and comply with weight and safety regulations Complete all required paperwork accurately, including delivery notes, PODs, tachograph records, and defect reports. Use tachographs correctly and comply with Working Time Directive (WTD) and drivers' hours regulations Maintain a professional and courteous attitude when dealing with customers and members of the public Follow all health & safety, site, and company procedures Keep vehicles clean and presentable Providing customer service as part of this role. When covering the shunting operations, this can be a physically demanding, yard based role, suited to someone who enjoys being active, working outdoors, and getting stuck in as part of a hard working team. Where you will be required to: Use a tug to shunt trailers on site as per our customers' requirements. Maintain a professional and courteous attitude when dealing with customers and members of the public Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects in line with company procedures and DVSA requirements Follow all health & safety, site, and company procedures Providing customer service as part of this role. _Physical work required for both these roles:_ Ability to couple and uncouple units and trailers. Ability to load and unload. Ability to climb up onto the back to assist with the loading process. Ability to roll bulker sheet from one side to other, where required. Ability to wash and clean unit and trailers. Who are you? Our ideal driver: Feels at home in the agricultural sector. Ideally previous tug experience, although full training will be provided. Likes varied locations & a varied workload, no two days will be the same. Is in possession of an HGV Class 1 license and Driver CPC A clean license is preferred What do we offer you? At AB Texel UK we understand that in order to perform your work optimally, you need good materials. That is why we have modern trucks and trailers. In addition, new drivers receive thorough training with us. They are trained and intensively supported and supervised by an experienced AB colleague who can teach them all the tricks of our specific trade. Our new drivers only begin to work independently once they have achieved our high standards and built-up sufficient experience. Because only then are these drivers able to call themselves true AB specialists. You are in the right place at AB Texel UK. As we think it is quite normal to take good care of our people, that is why we offer you: A competitive package. Guaranteed Hours A fully comprehensive induction A good quality AB uniform. Continued professional development and in house DCPC periodic training. Modern high spec vehicles and trailers. On board computer systems for job detail. A safe working environment and a modern fleet with well-maintained equipment. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £15.87-£21.03 per hour Ability to commute/relocate: Peterborough PE7 2AR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: HGV driving: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: Category C+E Licence (required) Driver CPC (required) Work Location: In person
May 25, 2026
Full time
AB Texel UK Ltd transports agricultural bulk goods, mainly potatoes, to various factories across the UK and EU. Our HGV Drivers play an important part in the process of getting the products we transport to the final customer, while also ensuring we deliver a high level of service. We are recruiting for the following shift patterns: Nights - 4 nights on, 4 nights off (rolling shift pattern), to cover our Shunting Operations where required. What are you going to do? AB Texel UK Ltd transports agricultural bulk goods, mainly potatoes, to the factory. Our drivers play an important part in the process of getting food to the final customers. What are you going to do? Collecting and Delivering agricultural products, according to Planning Requirements. Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects in line with company procedures and DVSA requirements Ensure loads are secure and comply with weight and safety regulations Complete all required paperwork accurately, including delivery notes, PODs, tachograph records, and defect reports. Use tachographs correctly and comply with Working Time Directive (WTD) and drivers' hours regulations Maintain a professional and courteous attitude when dealing with customers and members of the public Follow all health & safety, site, and company procedures Keep vehicles clean and presentable Providing customer service as part of this role. When covering the shunting operations, this can be a physically demanding, yard based role, suited to someone who enjoys being active, working outdoors, and getting stuck in as part of a hard working team. Where you will be required to: Use a tug to shunt trailers on site as per our customers' requirements. Maintain a professional and courteous attitude when dealing with customers and members of the public Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects in line with company procedures and DVSA requirements Follow all health & safety, site, and company procedures Providing customer service as part of this role. _Physical work required for both these roles:_ Ability to couple and uncouple units and trailers. Ability to load and unload. Ability to climb up onto the back to assist with the loading process. Ability to roll bulker sheet from one side to other, where required. Ability to wash and clean unit and trailers. Who are you? Our ideal driver: Feels at home in the agricultural sector. Ideally previous tug experience, although full training will be provided. Likes varied locations & a varied workload, no two days will be the same. Is in possession of an HGV Class 1 license and Driver CPC A clean license is preferred What do we offer you? At AB Texel UK we understand that in order to perform your work optimally, you need good materials. That is why we have modern trucks and trailers. In addition, new drivers receive thorough training with us. They are trained and intensively supported and supervised by an experienced AB colleague who can teach them all the tricks of our specific trade. Our new drivers only begin to work independently once they have achieved our high standards and built-up sufficient experience. Because only then are these drivers able to call themselves true AB specialists. You are in the right place at AB Texel UK. As we think it is quite normal to take good care of our people, that is why we offer you: A competitive package. Guaranteed Hours A fully comprehensive induction A good quality AB uniform. Continued professional development and in house DCPC periodic training. Modern high spec vehicles and trailers. On board computer systems for job detail. A safe working environment and a modern fleet with well-maintained equipment. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £15.87-£21.03 per hour Ability to commute/relocate: Peterborough PE7 2AR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: HGV driving: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: Category C+E Licence (required) Driver CPC (required) Work Location: In person
AB Texel UK Ltd transports agricultural bulk goods, mainly potatoes, to various factories across the UK and EU. Our HGV Drivers play an important part in the process of getting the products we transport to the final customer, while also ensuring we deliver a high level of service. We are recruiting for the following shift patterns: Nights - 4 nights on, 4 nights off (rolling shift pattern), to cover our Shunting Operations where required. What are you going to do? AB Texel UK Ltd transports agricultural bulk goods, mainly potatoes, to the factory. Our drivers play an important part in the process of getting food to the final customers. What are you going to do? Collecting and Delivering agricultural products, according to Planning Requirements. Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects in line with company procedures and DVSA requirements Ensure loads are secure and comply with weight and safety regulations Complete all required paperwork accurately, including delivery notes, PODs, tachograph records, and defect reports. Use tachographs correctly and comply with Working Time Directive (WTD) and drivers' hours regulations Maintain a professional and courteous attitude when dealing with customers and members of the public Follow all health & safety, site, and company procedures Keep vehicles clean and presentable Providing customer service as part of this role. When covering the shunting operations, this can be a physically demanding, yard based role, suited to someone who enjoys being active, working outdoors, and getting stuck in as part of a hard working team. Where you will be required to: Use a tug to shunt trailers on site as per our customers' requirements. Maintain a professional and courteous attitude when dealing with customers and members of the public Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects in line with company procedures and DVSA requirements Follow all health & safety, site, and company procedures Providing customer service as part of this role. _Physical work required for both these roles:_ Ability to couple and uncouple units and trailers. Ability to load and unload. Ability to climb up onto the back to assist with the loading process. Ability to roll bulker sheet from one side to other, where required. Ability to wash and clean unit and trailers. Who are you? Our ideal driver: Feels at home in the agricultural sector. Ideally previous tug experience, although full training will be provided. Likes varied locations & a varied workload, no two days will be the same. Is in possession of an HGV Class 1 license and Driver CPC A clean license is preferred What do we offer you? At AB Texel UK we understand that in order to perform your work optimally, you need good materials. That is why we have modern trucks and trailers. In addition, new drivers receive thorough training with us. They are trained and intensively supported and supervised by an experienced AB colleague who can teach them all the tricks of our specific trade. Our new drivers only begin to work independently once they have achieved our high standards and built-up sufficient experience. Because only then are these drivers able to call themselves true AB specialists. You are in the right place at AB Texel UK. As we think it is quite normal to take good care of our people, that is why we offer you: A competitive package. Guaranteed Hours A fully comprehensive induction A good quality AB uniform. Continued professional development and in house DCPC periodic training. Modern high spec vehicles and trailers. On board computer systems for job detail. A safe working environment and a modern fleet with well-maintained equipment. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £15.87-£21.03 per hour Ability to commute/relocate: Peterborough PE7 2AR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: HGV driving: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: Category C+E Licence (required) Driver CPC (required) Work Location: In person
May 19, 2026
Full time
AB Texel UK Ltd transports agricultural bulk goods, mainly potatoes, to various factories across the UK and EU. Our HGV Drivers play an important part in the process of getting the products we transport to the final customer, while also ensuring we deliver a high level of service. We are recruiting for the following shift patterns: Nights - 4 nights on, 4 nights off (rolling shift pattern), to cover our Shunting Operations where required. What are you going to do? AB Texel UK Ltd transports agricultural bulk goods, mainly potatoes, to the factory. Our drivers play an important part in the process of getting food to the final customers. What are you going to do? Collecting and Delivering agricultural products, according to Planning Requirements. Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects in line with company procedures and DVSA requirements Ensure loads are secure and comply with weight and safety regulations Complete all required paperwork accurately, including delivery notes, PODs, tachograph records, and defect reports. Use tachographs correctly and comply with Working Time Directive (WTD) and drivers' hours regulations Maintain a professional and courteous attitude when dealing with customers and members of the public Follow all health & safety, site, and company procedures Keep vehicles clean and presentable Providing customer service as part of this role. When covering the shunting operations, this can be a physically demanding, yard based role, suited to someone who enjoys being active, working outdoors, and getting stuck in as part of a hard working team. Where you will be required to: Use a tug to shunt trailers on site as per our customers' requirements. Maintain a professional and courteous attitude when dealing with customers and members of the public Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects in line with company procedures and DVSA requirements Follow all health & safety, site, and company procedures Providing customer service as part of this role. _Physical work required for both these roles:_ Ability to couple and uncouple units and trailers. Ability to load and unload. Ability to climb up onto the back to assist with the loading process. Ability to roll bulker sheet from one side to other, where required. Ability to wash and clean unit and trailers. Who are you? Our ideal driver: Feels at home in the agricultural sector. Ideally previous tug experience, although full training will be provided. Likes varied locations & a varied workload, no two days will be the same. Is in possession of an HGV Class 1 license and Driver CPC A clean license is preferred What do we offer you? At AB Texel UK we understand that in order to perform your work optimally, you need good materials. That is why we have modern trucks and trailers. In addition, new drivers receive thorough training with us. They are trained and intensively supported and supervised by an experienced AB colleague who can teach them all the tricks of our specific trade. Our new drivers only begin to work independently once they have achieved our high standards and built-up sufficient experience. Because only then are these drivers able to call themselves true AB specialists. You are in the right place at AB Texel UK. As we think it is quite normal to take good care of our people, that is why we offer you: A competitive package. Guaranteed Hours A fully comprehensive induction A good quality AB uniform. Continued professional development and in house DCPC periodic training. Modern high spec vehicles and trailers. On board computer systems for job detail. A safe working environment and a modern fleet with well-maintained equipment. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £15.87-£21.03 per hour Ability to commute/relocate: Peterborough PE7 2AR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: HGV driving: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: Category C+E Licence (required) Driver CPC (required) Work Location: In person