Class 1 Driver

The Best Connection; Atherstone; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Online payslips

Pension contribution

Ongoing temporary assignment

28 days paid annual leave

Job summary

The Best Connection is recruiting an experienced Class 1 Night Driver (C+E) for a night trunking role in Atherstone. You will operate a regular nightly route from Atherstone to Gretna and back, delivering goods safely and on time for a busy transport operation.

We require a minimum of 2 years Class 1 driving experience, a valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence, CPC, and a Tachograph card. The role offers ongoing night work, a Tuesday-Saturday pattern, and a temp-to-perm path with competitive £16.00 per

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years Class 1 driving experience.
• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence.
• Valid CPC qualification.
• Valid Digital Tachograph card.
• Reliable and professional attitude.
• Comfortable with long-distance night driving.

Responsibilities

• Safely operating a Class 1 (C+E) vehicle.
• Completing nightly trunking runs on schedule.
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and defect reporting.
• Ensuring compliance with driver hours and transport regulations.
• Maintaining professional communication with the transport team.
• Delivering high standards of reliability and customer service.

Skills

Night driving

HGV experience

Reliable

Education

CPC qualification

Digital Tachograph card

Job description

Class 1 Night Driver (C+E)

Location: Atherstone
Pay: £16.00 per hour (8-10 hours per shift)
Shift Pattern: Tuesday - Saturday
Start Time: Midnight
Contract Type: Temp to Perm

The Best Connection Tamworth are currently recruiting for an experienced Class 1 Night Driver (C+E) to join a busy operation within the transport and logistics industry in Atherstone. This Class 1 Night Driver role offers a regular trunking route, ongoing work, and the opportunity for a permanent position following a successful temporary period.

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional Class 1 Night Driver (C+E) seeking stable night work within the transport and logistics industry.

Job Role - Class 1 Night Driver (Transport Industry)

As a Class 1 Night Driver in Atherstone, you will complete a set nightly trunking route from Atherstone to Gretna and return, ensuring safe and timely deliveries within the transport and logistics industry.

Route Information

• Atherstone → Gretna → Return to Atherstone
• Regular and consistent nightly route
• Long-distance night driving

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operating a Class 1 (C+E) vehicle
• Completing nightly trunking runs on schedule
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and defect reporting
• Ensuring compliance with driver hours and transport regulations
• Maintaining professional communication with the transport team
• Delivering high standards of reliability and customer service

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years Class 1 (C+E) driving experience
• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence
• Valid CPC qualification
• Valid Digital Tachograph card
• Reliable and professional attitude
• Comfortable with long-distance night driving

What's on Offer

• £16.00 per hour
• 8-10 hour shifts
• Tuesday to Saturday working pattern
• Temp to perm opportunity
• Consistent ongoing work
• Immediate start available

Benefits of Working with The Best Connection

• Weekly pay - every Friday
• Online payslips
• Pension contribution
• Ongoing temporary assignment
• 28 days paid annual leave (pro-rata for PAYE, inclusive of statutory holidays)

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