🚛 C+E Heavy Haulage Driver

Location: Acton, London
Salary: £23-£25 per hour
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Shift Pattern: Monday-Friday Days + Weekends (Flexible Rota)

Manpower are recruiting 2 x experienced and reliable C+E Heavy Haulage Drivers to join the specialist logistics team supporting the world's leading rail infrastructure company. Based in Acton, this is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in keeping London moving by supporting critical infrastructure and engineering works across the capital.

🔧What You'll Be Doing

• Operating heavy haulage vehicles across London's transport network
• Safely transporting essential components including train parts, wheels, bogies, plant, and specialist equipment to and from London Underground depots
• Strapping and securing heavy loads safely using appropriate equipment to ensure all loads are stable during transport
• Supporting engineering possessions and planned works
• Conducting thorough pre-use vehicle checks and maintaining accurate transport logs
• Liaising with site supervisors, logistics coordinators, and depot teams to ensure timely and safe deliveries
• Please note: this is not a multi-drop role. All movements are depot-to-depot or site-specific transfers.

✅ What We're Looking For

• Valid C+E (Class 1) licence with proven heavy haulage experience
• Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Strong understanding of transport regulations, load securing, and safety procedures
• A safety-conscious mindset with excellent compliance standards
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

📝 Assessment & Induction

All drivers will be required to complete a full driving assessment and theory assessment prior to starting.
Upon successful completion, you will undertake a 1-2 week induction and shadowing programme before being signed off as competent.
Some jobs will involve support from a slinger/signaller.

🚫 Additional Information

• No onsite parking available
• Acton Train Station is a 2-minute walk
• Ample on-street parking is available near the depot at your cost