Class 1 Driver

MET Recruitment UK LTD; Bridgwater; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport recruitment agency is seeking qualified Class 1 Drivers in Bridgwater. The role offers flexible shift patterns including days, nights, and weekends, with pay rates ranging from £17 to £20 per hour depending on the shift. Responsibilities include driving to various depots and ensuring compliance with road laws. Candidates must hold valid HGV Class 1, CPC, and Tacho cards, preferably with some experience. Additional holiday accrual is included.

Benefits

Holiday accrued as annual leave

Flexible shifts

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 1 Drivers licence required.
• Valid CPC card is essential.
• Valid Tacho card is necessary.
• Ideally 6 months Class 1 experience preferred.
• Knowledge of tacho and road laws is important.

Responsibilities

• Drive to various depots and RDCs, completing trunking duties.
• Manage shifts of 10-12 hours or longer if necessary.

Skills

Valid HGV Class 1 Drivers licence

Valid CPC card

Valid Tacho card

Understanding of tacho and road laws

Job description

Class 1 Driver - £17 to £20 per hour

Our client in Bridgwater is looking to expand their team with some additional qualified Class 1 Drivers.

We have day shifts, night shifts and tramping available.

We can accommodate any shift pattern, we also offer adhoc shifts if you are just looking for some extra work on weekends.

Pay Rates for Class 1 Drivers:

• Days/Tramping – £17 per hour
• Nights – £18 per hour
• Weekends – £20 per hour

Holiday is accrued additionally as annual leave.

The work will consist of trunking from depot to depot or RDC's, average shift expected to be 10-12 hours long. Please note, shifts can be longer if you encounter delays or bad traffic.

Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 1 Drivers licence
• Valid CPC card
• Valid Tacho card
• Ideally 6 months Class 1 experience (not essential)
• An understanding of tacho and road laws

If you are interested in working with us, or would like to have a chat regarding our vacancies please apply to this advert and/or contact us on - (phone number removed)