Class 1 Days

The Best Connection Group Limited; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Holiday accrual

24/7 consultant support

Online payslips

Pension contributions

Perks at Work

Job summary

The Best Connection Group Limited is seeking experienced HGV drivers for ongoing, full-time work across Team Valley and Washington. You will drive Class 1, Class 2 or 7.5T vehicles as needed, with all hours paid at the Class 1 rate.

Role includes multi-drop deliveries across the region, using a handheld scanner for paperwork, and strict safety standards. Flexible to depot locations and independent work in a busy environment are required.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Class 1 (Category C+E) licence.
• Minimum 1 year of professional HGV driving experience.
• Must hold CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Be flexible to operate Class 1, Class 2 and 7.5T vehicles as required by the business.

Responsibilities

• Carry out multi-drop deliveries across the region.
• Use a handheld scanner and app for tracking and paperwork.
• Ensure goods are loaded, secured and delivered on time.
• Complete daily vehicle checks and maintain safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with transport team and customers.
• Follow routes with regular, time-sensitive deliveries.

Skills

HGV driving

Flexible to depots

Customer service

Education

CPC and Digital Tachograph Card

Tools

Handheld scanner

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
• 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

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?

• Ongoing work with consistent hours
• Weekly pay and holiday accrual
• 24/7 support from experienced consultants
• Online payslips
• Pension contributions
• Access to

Perks at Work - exclusive employee discounts

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