HGV Driver & Yard Operative
📍Felixstowe 💼 Permanent 🕒45h/week 💰 £37,850 p/a
We’re TIP Group – a proud Great Place to Work® – and we’re looking for a skilled and motivated Driver & Yard Operative to join our team
This is a hands-on, practical role at the heart of our operation, ensuring our trailers are fully prepared, compliant, and ready for MOT testing while keeping our yard running safely and efficiently.
What You’ll Be Doing
✔️ Presenting TIP assets for MOT testing on the on-site ATF lane, ensuring vehicles are ready and compliant
✔️ Carrying out voluntary brake testing and preparing trailers for MOT, including loading weights and steam cleaning
✔️ Performing yard and workshop shunting safely and efficiently
✔️ Liaising with DVSA personnel and third parties on the ATF lane to support smooth operations
✔️ Operating forklifts where required (loading, moving, and organising equipment and assets)
✔️ Supporting general yard duties including cleaning, painting, minor repairs, trailer cleaning and MOT steam cleaning
✔️ Completing all compliance documentation accurately and on time
✔️ Ensuring all company vehicles are operated in line with road traffic laws and company policies at all times
✔️ Undertaking required training to maintain skills, compliance, and safety standards
✔️ Delivering excellent customer service and consistently demonstrating company values
✔️ Identifying and highlighting potential commercial opportunities to management
✔️ Working closely with a supportive team that’s hands-on, always there when you need them
✔️ Keeping our customers’ fleets road-ready and safe for the long haul
What You’ll Bring
✔️ HGV Class 1 licence (essential)
✔️ Forklift licence (desirable)
✔️ Strong communication skills and a high level of enthusiasm
✔️ Basic IT skills with the ability to complete written documentation accurately
✔️ A customer-focused and team-oriented mindset with a professional approach
✔️ Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
✔️ Ability to work independently using your own initiative when required
✔️ A proactive mindset and a sense of ownership in your work
✔️ A good sense of humour – we work hard, but we like a laugh too
Why TIP?
Because culture isn’t a poster on the wall and it’s something you should feel every day. We’re good at what we do and we put people first. We invest in your growth, value your voice, and genuinely care about our team. We don’t just say we’re a Great Place to Work® – we prove it. IT’S HOW WE ROLL.
Benefits include:
✅ £1,000 employee referral bonus
✅ Private Healthcare for You & Your Loved Ones
✅ Annual contribution towards your well-being
✅ Pension Scheme with Aviva
✅ Income Protection available in case of long-term sickness or disability
✅ Life Assurance (up to 3x annual base salary)
✅ Ability to buy up to 4 additional days for more holidays!
✅ Awards & Recognition so you feel valued for your hard work (e.g. Christmas vouchers, business hero awards etc.)
👉 See why people love working at TIP and explore our benefits - learn more here!
- Our team
- Technical Operations
- Locations
- Felixstowe
- Yearly salary
- £37,850
- Contract Type
- Employee - Permanent
- Employment Type
- Full-Time
About TIP GROUP
Rolling together since 1968