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The Truck Driver Employment Contract is essential for any Irish business employing professional drivers for goods transportation. This document ensures compliance with both Irish employment law and EU transport regulations, including the crucial European Communities (Road Transport) Regulations and the Organisation of Working Time Act. It should be used when hiring any professional driver for commercial goods transport, whether for dedicated logistics companies or businesses with internal transport operations. The contract covers critical aspects such as driving hours, rest periods, vehicle responsibilities, and professional qualification requirements, while also addressing standard employment terms. It's designed to protect both employer and employee interests while ensuring regulatory compliance in the Irish transport sector.

1. Parties: Identification of the employer company and the driver employee

2. Background: Brief context of the employment relationship and purpose of the agreement

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the contract including 'Working Time', 'Driving Time', 'Rest Period', etc.

4. Position and Duties: Details of the role, responsibilities, and reporting structure

5. Term of Employment: Start date, probationary period, and type of contract (fixed-term or permanent)

6. Working Hours and Rest Periods: Working time arrangements, rest breaks, and compliance with EU driving hours regulations

7. Remuneration: Base salary, payment intervals, overtime rates, and any additional allowances

8. Vehicle and Equipment: Responsibilities regarding vehicle maintenance, checks, and proper usage

9. Driving License and Qualifications: Requirements for maintaining valid license, CPC, and other qualifications

10. Health and Safety: Safety obligations, reporting procedures, and compliance requirements

11. Holidays and Leave: Annual leave entitlement, public holidays, and booking procedures

12. Illness and Absence: Sick leave procedures, notification requirements, and sick pay terms

13. Confidentiality: Protection of company information and customer details

14. Data Protection: Handling of personal data and compliance with GDPR

15. Termination: Notice periods and grounds for termination

16. Governing Law: Confirmation that the contract is governed by Irish law