Class 1 Driver

InPost UK; Coventry; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider seeks a Class 1 Driver to join their Coventry team. This role involves delivering and collecting parcels safely while complying with transport regulations. Ideal candidates will hold a full UK C+E licence and possess excellent driving skills with a solid understanding of driver regulations. The position offers competitive perks, including a pension scheme and life insurance, and requires a proactive attitude in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Scheme

Life Insurance

Cycle2Work scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 12 months previous class 1 driving experience is desirable.
• No more than 6 points on your licence.
• No previous disqualifications (DD, TT, DR, CD, IN).
• 'Right To Work' in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Delivering and collecting to/from locations and customer sites.
• Comply with Driver hours and Road Transport Directive legislation.
• Drive in a safe and responsible manner.

Skills

Excellent driving skills

Good knowledge of drivers hours and WTD regulations

Education

Full UK C+E licence

Job description

Want to be part of a UK hub, in a global business that is scaling rapidly, evolving fast and radically changing the decades old delivery universe? If so, read on, as we’re looking for a Class 1 Driver to join our Coventry team!

We’re leading the logistics revolution, powering deliveries across the UK for some of the nation’s biggest high‑street and online brands. Our depots are the backbone of our operation, ensuring seamless logistics and top‑notch service for our customers. Whether you’re handling parcels, coordinating routes, or managing depot operations, you will play a key role in maintaining our high standards and efficiency.

As our network grows at lightning speed, so do the opportunities within it. This is your chance to be part of something big, where every day is fast‑paced, impactful, and full of possibilities.

About the role

InPost Newstrade is excited to announce an opportunity for a skilled HGV driver with a C+E licence to join our dynamic team in Coventry. As part of our team, you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional service while contributing to the continued success of our operations. If you're looking to be part of a thriving and professional environment, we want to hear from you!

Location

Imperial Park, Siskin Parkway West, Coventry CV3 4PB

Shift Pattern

Monday - Friday

Hours

20:00pm - 05:00am

Salary

£37,258.65 per annum

What you’ll be doing

• Delivering and collecting to / from our locations and customer sites
• Comply with all Driver hours and Road Transport Directive legislation
• Feedback to the office on any issues around loading, unloading or delays
• Drive in a safe and responsible manner, as we value the communities we serve
• Carrying out necessary checks to ensure vehicle is safe and legal
• Ensure the vehicle is loaded safely and within the legislation
• All deliveries reach the customer safely, efficiently and on time
• Complete daily vehicle checks, both pre and post‑shift
• Use of electronic P.O.D and up to date technology (full training will be given to ensure best practice)
• Assisting with loading and unloading

What we need from you

• A full UK C+E licence (essential)
• 12 months previous class 1 driving experience (desirable)
• Excellent driving skills
• No more than 6 points on your licence
• No previous disqualifications (DD,TT,DR,CD,IN)
• ‘Right To Work’ in the UK
• Good knowledge of drivers hours and WTD regulations

Perks of the job!

• 🪴 Build a secure future with a competitive Pension Scheme
• 🌟 Peace of mind with Life Insurance
• 🚴 Stay active with our Cycle2Work scheme
• 🤝 Get the support you need with our Employee Assistance Program

The InPost process

We pride ourselves on our candidate experience. We want to make this as straightforward as possible, for you and for us! We will try our best to get back to you within a few days to let you know if we’d like to take you to the first stage.

Throughout our process, you will get the opportunity to meet a cross‑section of our friendly team members to get a sense of our culture, and a good understanding of the role, team and business. Your talent partner will guide you through each stage.

At InPost, we love uniqueness. Our strength is our people.

We strive to create an open, equal, inclusive environment in which everyone has the opportunity to flourish and be themselves.