HGV Class 1 Driver MOT Assistant

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 24 April 2026
LOCATION
Manchester
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£29,835 / year
CATEGORY
Transportation
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

HGV Class 1 Customer Service Communication Forklift Licence Loading and Unloading Workshop Experience

FULL DESCRIPTION

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is seeking an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver MOT Assistant in Manchester. Responsibilities include carrying out loaded brake tests, collecting and delivering vehicles, loading/unloading, and maintaining truck parking. The role requires experience, customer service skills, and a forklift license.

Job Introduction

[Employer hidden] is the largest DAF Trucks Dealer Group in Europe and the largest Independent Commercial Vehicle Dealer Group in the UK and we are on the lookout for a fully skilled HGV Class 1 Driver MOT Lane Assistant.  As our new Driver Assistant, you will join our friendly team at our Manchester dealership which will see you working:

Monday to Friday - Hours can be discussed at interview

Salary –  £29,835

From day 1 as a [Employer hidden] colleague, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Holiday allowance of 23 days plus bank holidays rising to 25 days
  • A pension that pays through salary sacrifice
  • BUPA medical insurance discounted scheme
  • Life assurance 2 x salary
  • Career development pathways
  • Vehicle purchase discount
  • Employee discounts with the Network Benefits
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Colleague introduction award
  • Great career development
  • Onsite mental health first aiders
  • Seminars providing education on mental, physical and financial wellbeing
  • Being Brilliant Awards
  • Engagement & Charity Events

Here at [Employer hidden] we’re proud to employ great colleagues who are passionate about their roles. When looking for the right role, we recognise everyone has different needs, considerations, and aspirations. So no matter who you are, what you need or where you’re going, [Employer hidden] wants to be part of your future.

Studies highlight that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply for a role unless they meet 100% of the job criteria. At [Employer hidden] we encourage All to apply and are on the lookout for candidates who act with integrity. Our colleagues truly are our most important asset, and we believe in driving a fully inclusive talent dominated workplace and you could be just who we are looking for.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate and are committed to provide equal opportunities, a fully inclusive work environment and fairness for all.

As a Class 1 Driver MOT Assistant at [Employer hidden] in Manchester we will be looking for you to be able to demonstrate:

Experience HGV Class 1 Essential

Display a high level of customer service

Knowledge of local area

Drivers Tacho Card

Brilliant levels of communication written or verbal

Forklift licence

Experience of working in loading and unloading vehicles

Experience working in a workshop environment

Enthusiastic, Team Player, Flexible.

Main duties will be:

We require an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver MOT Assistant who can provide a thorough service to our customers internally and externally to ensure our customers vehicles are back on road within the shortest time possible

  • To carry out loaded brake tests to VOSA standards
  • To carry out collection and delivery of customers vehicles as and when required.
  • Loading and unloading vehicles
  • Organising/Maintain truck parking adhering to Health and Safety
  • To respect the property of the Company and any property for which the Company is responsible, or which is in their care.
  • To enjoy your time as a Brilliant Colleague within [Employer hidden].

Together We Make a Differenceand it is our ambition to work together to promote a more inclusive environment, which attracts all candidates and signals our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity.

Should you wish to apply and be part of the Brilliant Team at [Employer hidden] you can text MOTUS TRAto 66777 or apply via the system and you can be assured your application will be acknowledged in a timely manner.

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