Careers
Interested in a Career at Tooles Transport?
Would you like a great career in logistics? Look no further. We have a fantastic team with high standards and we are often looking for new, talented people to join us.
We offer training, proper inductions, assessments and ongoing professional development – as well as good salaries and benefits.
Although most of the adverts you see here may be for HGV drivers and forklift drivers, that is far from the only kind of position we offer. We have accountants, sales people, office staff, administrators, planners and much more. So if you think you might be a good fit, get in touch. You never know what opportunities might be available.
Check out some of the Job Roles we offer at Tooles Transport
Class C and C+E Drivers
We are always looking for C and C+E drivers across lots of different types of work.
You could:
- Drive an artic at night locally
- Drive an artic during the day on long distance journeys
- Drive a Class C vehicle locally or long distance
Our drivers are valuable members of our team, and we reward them accordingly. We are always looking for experienced professional drivers for Artic and Rigids on long distance runs or day work.
Talk to us about the different shift patterns and types of driving work available. Our general distance transport work requires an average of two or three nights out per week, doing both single and multi-drop deliveries.
On the other hand, our day work drivers do local collection and delivery work and don’t spend any nights away.
Ideally we want drivers with at least 12 months experience, no more than 6 points on their licence and with valid DQC and Digital Tachograph cards.
In return we offer:
- competitive rates of pay
- a monthly productivity bonus
- a quarterly no-accident bonus
- pension and life assurance cover
- parking and overnight stay costs paid weekly
- a uniform
- ongoing training
- a supportive, helpful environment and management team
This is just a brief overview of the role, for more information please contact HR@tooles.co.uk.
Warehouse Operatives
We run a busy logistics operation in which our skilled material handling team is vital. They are responsible for loading and unloading vehicles, and ensuring swift and reliable customer service.
Are you an FLT driver? Do you have a valid counter-balance licence? If your FLT qualification has expired, we can train you for our operation!
Our Warehouse Operatives are responsible for the safe and secure loading and unloading of our vehicles, ensuring all freight is safely packaged and undamaged in readiness to be delivered to our customers.
In return we offer:
- competitive rates of pay (including a supplement for unsocial hours)
- pension and life assurance cover
- free on-site parking
- a uniform
- ongoing training
- a supportive, helpful environment and management team
We alternate our shifts weekly so that no one has to do more than their share of unsocial hours. Our shift patterns can change according to business needs, but a typical schedule looks like:
05:30 – 14:00
13:30 – 22:00
Saturday Morning: 07:00 – 12:00 (when working the afternoon shift)
This is just a brief overview of the role, for more information please contact HR@tooles.co.uk.
HGV Mechanics
Are you a qualified and experienced HGV mechanic? We operate a 60+ strong fleet of Mercedes and DAF vehicles and trailers ranging from 3.5 tonnes to 44 tonnes.
You should be able to carry out periodic safety inspections, repairs, servicing, and be able to prepare and present vehicles for MOT. You’ll need an HGV licence to take the vehicles to test.
Our HGV Mechanics are required to diagnose, service and perform repairs on all types of vehicles and trailers, including ensuring they are prepped and ready for inspections meeting VOSA standards. In addition to this you will be required to maintain inventory and workshop cleanliness, and complete any relevant paperwork according to legislation.
In return we offer:
- competitive rates of pay
- pension and life assurance cover
- a daily tool allowance
- free on-site parking
- a uniform
- ongoing training
- a supportive, helpful environment and management team
Our shift patterns can change according to business needs, but a typical schedule looks like:
Early shift 06:00 until 14:30
Late shift: 12:00 until 20:30
Every Second Saturday: 07:00 – 12:00
This is just a brief overview of the role, for more information please contact HR@tooles.co.uk.
Traffic Planners
Our Transport Planners are responsible for the effective management and organisation of multiple vehicles, trailers and drivers. Ideally candidates will be highly motivated with experience of working in a busy transport environment planning and consolidating loads efficiently.
You should be able to plan and route full loads and groupage within the UK, cost-effectively and efficiently. Our planners are required to ensure a high level of customer service whilst providing quotations and negotiating with subcontractors.
Ideally you should have excellent problem solving and organisational skills, be quick-thinking and be able to make sound decisions under pressure in a fast-paced, demanding environment. Candidates should also have a good understanding of driver and vehicle compliance.
An LGV licence, management qualifications and/or professional CPC would all be advantageous, but they are not essential, as we feel a thorough practical understanding of the industry and constructive attitude is more important.
In return we offer:
- competitive rates of pay
- pension and life assurance cover
- free on-site parking
- a uniform
- ongoing training
- a supportive, helpful environment and management team
Our shift patterns can change according to business needs, but a typical schedule looks like:
08:00 – 18:00 or 11:00 – 21:00 (alternating weekly)
11:00 – 21:00
Alternate Saturday Mornings: 08:00 – 13:00
This is just a brief overview of the role, for more information please contact HR@tooles.co.uk.
Equal Opportunities Statement
At Tooles Transport and EFS Global we strive to create a diverse, inclusive environment to encourage all our employees to be themselves. We celebrate our uniqueness and believe that adopting a culture of inclusion helps us to best serve our customers.
We are committed to supporting equal opportunities, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race or disability. Please inform us if you require any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate in the recruitment process.
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