Class 1 Driver

Apex Resources Ltd; Daventry; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Resources Ltd is recruiting Class 1 Drivers to join one of the UK's leading distribution groups in logistics and warehousing. You will support General Haulage and Trunking operations, ensuring safe, compliant and reliable deliveries to distribution centres and stores.

The role is full-time with multiple shift patterns including early days (03:00–07:00 starts) and nights (16:00–22:00 starts) across 5 days from 7; weekend work is optional depending on demand.

Qualifications

• Valid C+E licence and ideally 6+ months HGV Class 1 driving experience.
• Current CPC and Tachograph cards held and up to date.
• Good knowledge of Driver's hours and WTD legislation and on-site health and safety rules.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• No more than 6 points and no DD/DR convictions.

Responsibilities

• General Haulage with curtain-side trailers to distribution centres and stores.
• Collections from stores to load out to distribution centres.
• Support general work including occasional store deliveries and loading/unloading cages.
• Adhere to driver hours, WTD and tachograph legislation; ensure vehicle checks and documentation.
• Maintain safety, compliance and professionalism while coordinating with transport team.

Skills

C+E Licence

HGV Class 1 experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Health and safety compliance

Understanding of Driver's hours & WTD

Education

CPC & Tachograph cards

Job description

We are recruiting Class 1 Drivers to join us in supporting one of the UK's leading distribution groups who specialise in logistics and warehousing.

Successful candidates will be supporting the General Haulage and Trunking Operations. This role is ideal for a HGV driver who takes pride in safe driving, excellent customer service and dependable delivery standards.

The roles are full time, working on a permanent basis and we have a variety of shift patterns including days (between 03:00 - 07:00 starts) and Nights (between 16:00 - 22:00 starts) available working any 5 days from 7. Weekend work may be required depending on demand but is optional.

Driver Responsibilities:

• General Haulage with Curtain-side trailers, to Distribution Centres and Stores
• Collections from Stores to load out to Distribution Centres
• Supporting General work, including occasional store deliveries and requirement to load and unload cages
• Trunking Opportunities available depending on availability
• Completing all necessary vehicle checks and documentation
• Maintaining high levels of safety, compliance, and professionalism
• Working closely with the transport team to ensure smooth operations
• Adhere to Driver's hours, WTD, and tachograph legislation.

Qualifications

• You should hold a valid C+E Licence and ideally have a minimum of 6 months HGV Class 1 driving experience (We will consider New Pass Drivers)
• No more than 6 points and no DD/ DR Code convictions.
• Hold a current valid CPC & Tacho cards.
• Understand and able to comply with Driver's hours and WTD legislation.
• Able to understand and carry out necessary vehicle checks to ensure vehicle safety and able to report defects correctly.
• Should comply with on-site health and safety requirements.
• Excellent communication skills.