Heavy truck and lorry drivers

Heavy-truck and lorry drivers drive and tend heavy motor vehicles to transport goods, liquids and heavy materials over short or long distances.

Skill level: Semi-skilled

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  • The majority of Heavy truck and lorry drivers earn a salary between €1,014 and €1,739 per month in 2024.
  • A monthly wage for entry-level Heavy truck and lorry drivers ranges from €1,014 to €1,541.
  • After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between €1,027 and €1,586 per month.

Job Responsibilities

  • Driving and tending a heavy motor vehicle, such as a lorry with or without trailer or a dump-truck, to transport goods, liquids or heavy materials over short or long distances
  • Determining the most appropriate routes
  • Ensuring that goods are stowed and securely covered to prevent loss and damage
  • Assisting with or carrying out loading or unloading operations, using various lifting or tipping devices
  • Carrying out minor maintenance to vehicles, and arranging major maintenance and repairs
  • Estimating weights to comply with load limitations, and ensuring the safe distribution of weights
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