Casual HGV Class 1 Security Driver

CTS Logistics; Silchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25 days

Pension scheme

Employee assistance

Life insurance

On-site parking

Company events

Training & development

Career progression

Vetting costs funded

Guaranteed earnings

Job summary

CTS Logistics is seeking professional HGV Class 1 (C+E) drivers for casual, regular work near Reading, UK. The role involves specialist cargo and high-value drops across the UK and Europe, requiring independence, reliability and strong customer service.

We offer structured training, overtime, nights-out allowances and a pathway for progression in a trusted team environment. A valid HGV1 licence, CPC, and DVLA compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience driving HGV Class 1 (C+E) with clean license and CPC.
• ADR qualifications are a plus and welcome.
• Strong customer service and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Deliveries across the UK and Europe with safety and compliance.
• Maintain high standards of safety, reliability and detail.
• Complete vehicle checks and required documentation.
• Adapt to planned schedules and operational changes.
• Represent CTS Logistics professionally at sites.

Skills

HGV Class 1 (C+E)

Customer service

Communication skills

Flexibility

Overtime readiness

Education

ADR qualifications

Job description

We are seeking professional and dependable HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers interested in joining our specialist transport operation on a casual basis near Reading, UK.

This is a role for drivers who take pride in their professionalism and are looking for more than routine trunking work - including specialist cargo and high quality, single drops across the UK and Europe.

Operating within a specialist environment, you will become part of a trusted team where safety, security, reliability and attention to detail are fundamental to everything we do. As such, we are looking for drivers who can represent the business to the highest standards, work independently, adapt to changing operational requirements and consistently deliver excellent customer service.

In return, we offer regular work with full training and opportunities for scheduled and unscheduled overtime. Due to the nature of our operation, flexibility is essential and may include overnight stays, weekend working, early starts and late finishes.

We invest heavily in our drivers through structured training, professional qualifications and clear progression pathways. Whether you already hold ADR qualifications or are looking to further develop your skills, this role offers the opportunity to build a long-term career within a highly specialised transport operation where professionalism, trust and continuous development are highly valued.

Salary & Progression

• Starting from £15.98 per hour
• Scheduled and unscheduled overtime available
• Nights-out allowance
• Paid overnight accommodation where required
• Business expenses reimbursed promptly

What You'll Be Doing

• Carry out deliveries throughout the UK safely, professionally and in accordance with company procedures and industry regulations.
• Maintain high standards of safety, security, reliability and attention to detail at all times.
• Complete vehicle checks, relevant documentation and ensure ongoing legal compliance.
• Work to planned schedules while adapting to changing operational requirements when needed.
• Provide excellent customer service and represent CTS professionally at customer sites.

Benefits we offer

• Up to 25 days annual leave
• Company pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Insurance (4 x Annual Salary)
• On-site parking
• Company events
• Ongoing learning and development
• Career progression opportunities
• Ongoing investment in training, professional qualifications and specialist operational skills
• Dedicated management support and regular wellbeing check-ins
• Stable, long-term employment with guaranteed earnings
• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence
• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Capable of carrying out the physical duties associated with loading, unloading and securing loads.
• Full UK driving licence held for a minimum of 2 years
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to travel reliably to Silchester, Reading UK.
• Flexible approach to working hours, overnight stays and weekend working
• Experience transporting specialist, high-value or regulated goods

Security Clearance Requirements

Due to the nature of our work, all offers of employment are subject to successful security screening and the ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearances, including BPSS and Security Check (SC) & Developed Vetting (DV) clearance (where applicable).

Applicants must:

• Be eligible to work in the UK
• Be able to provide evidence of UK residency/history required for clearance purposes
• Meet the eligibility requirements for UK Government security vetting

All security vetting costs will be funded by CTS.