Job Description:

Drivers Required - North Shields Compound & Port 🚗

We are currently recruiting Drivers to join our team at North Shields Compound and Port. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking for flexible work within a busy automotive and logistics environment.

Main Duties

• Discharging cars from vessels.
• Driving client vehicles around the compound and port site.
• Transporting vehicles between designated locations.
• Preparing vehicles for dispatch.
• Following all site procedures and health & safety regulations.
• Working safely and professionally at all times.

Pay Rate Breakdown
Compound

• Monday to Friday: £12.71 per hour

Port

• Days (Monday to Friday): £12.89 per hour
• Nights (Monday to Thursday, 10:00pm - 6:00am): £12.64 per hour
• Weekends (Friday 10:00pm - Monday 6:00am): £14.97 per hour

Hours of Work

Compound

• Monday to Friday
• 8:00am - 4:30pm
• 30-minute unpaid break
• 8 hours paid per shift

Port

• Various shifts available depending on vessel schedules and operational requirements.
• Shifts allocated daily or weekly.

Candidate Requirements
✅ Full UK Driving Licence
✅ Up to 6 penalty points accepted
✅ Confident driving a variety of vehicle types
✅ Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious
✅ Flexible approach to working hours
✅ Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
Benefits

• Full induction and training provided
• Holiday entitlement
• Flexible working opportunities
• Immediate starts available

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.