Class 1 Days

The Best Connection; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Pension contributions

Personal accident insurance

Perks at Work

Job summary

The Best Connection is recruiting experienced HGV Drivers in the Gateshead area for ongoing, full-time work with consistent weekday hours. You may operate Class 1, Class 2 or 7.5T vehicles, with all shifts paid at the Class 1 rate. Start ASAP with a potential temp-to-perm opportunity.

Work from Team Valley or Washington, with 10-15 stops per day, using a handheld scanner for accurate tracking and paperwork. Flexible, reliable and safety-conscious drivers are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 (Category C+E) licence.
• CPC and Digital Tachograph Card holder.
• Minimum 1 year of professional HGV driving experience.
• Willing to drive Class 1, Class 2 and 7.5T vehicles as required.
• Flexible to work from Team Valley or Washington depending on business needs.
• Proactive and able to work independently in a busy depot.
• Reliable, professional and safety-conscious with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out multi-drop deliveries across the region, typically 10-15 stops per day.
• Operate Class 1, Class 2 or 7.5T vehicles as required by the business.
• Ensure goods are loaded safely, secured and delivered on time.
• Complete daily vehicle checks and follow safety standards.
• Use handheld scanner/app for tracking and paperwork, communicate with transport team and customers.

Skills

HGV driving

Class 1 licence

CPC

Digital Tachograph

Flexibility

Team Valley/Washington mobility

Customer service

Handheld scanner

Tools

Handheld scanner

Delivery app

Job description

The Best Connection are currently recruiting experienced HGV Drivers for our client, with work available from both Team Valley and Washington.

This is a fantastic opportunity for professional drivers looking for ongoing, full-time work with consistent weekday hours, with the flexibility to operate a Class 1, Class 2 or 7.5T vehicle depending on the needs of the business - with all shifts paid at the Class 1 rate.

The role is due to start ASAP, with ongoing work available and the potential for a temp-to-perm opportunity.

The Role

• Working from either Team Valley or Washington, depending on operational requirements
• Driving Class 1, Class 2 or 7.5T vehicles as required by the business
• All hours paid at the Class 1 rate, regardless of vehicle operated
• Carrying out multi-drop collections and deliveries across the region, typically 10-15 stops per day
• Using a handheld scanner and app for accurate tracking and paperwork completion
• Locating, scanning and palletising deliveries within the depot
• Ensuring goods are safely loaded, secured and delivered on time
• Completing daily vehicle checks and maintaining high safety standards
• Communicating effectively with the transport team and customers
• Following well-structured routes, with around 80% of stops being regular, time-sensitive deliveries
• Supporting the wider operation by being flexible across vehicle types and depot locations when required

The Candidate

To be considered for this role, you must:

• Hold a valid Class 1 (Category C+E) licence
• Have a minimum of 1 year's professional HGV driving experience
• Hold a valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Be willing and able to drive Class 1, Class 2 and 7.5T vehicles as required
• Be flexible to work from Team Valley or Washington depending on business requirements
• Be proactive and comfortable working independently within a busy depot environment
• Be reliable, professional and safety-conscious
• Have good communication and customer service skills
• Be comfortable using a smartphone/handheld scanner for delivery and tracking systems

Flexibility is key to this role, as drivers will be required to adapt to the operational needs of the business, including vehicle type and depot location.

Hours of Work

• Monday to Friday
• Day shifts
• Start time: 09:00
• Typical finish: 17:30, although finish times may vary depending on workload
• Ongoing work with consistent weekly hours

Pay

• £16.36 per hour - Class 1 rate
• £24.54 per hour after 40 hours
• All shifts paid at the Class 1 rate, including hours worked in Class 2 or 7.5T vehicles

Why Work with The Best Connection?

• Immediate starts available
• Ongoing work with consistent hours
• Weekly pay and holiday accrual
• 24/7 support from experienced consultants
• Online payslips
• Pension contributions
• Personal accident insurance
• Access to Perks at Work - exclusive employee discounts

Suitable candidates will be invited to complete online registration.

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.