Class 1 Driver

Class 1 Personnel; Grays; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Class 1 Personnel are currently recruiting a Class 1 Driver for one of the largest mail companies based in Thurrock RM20 3AA. The role involves delivering mail and parcels safely in London, with a full-time temporary contract and potential to become permanent.

Duties include operating Class 1 vehicles, loading/unloading, and following safety guidelines. Candidate requirements include UK Class 1 (CE) licence with CPC & Tacho, 5+ years work history, clean criminal record, right to work proof, and

Qualifications

• UK Class 1 (CE) Licence with CPC and Tacho card.
• Minimum 5 years verifiable work history (HMRC/PTA).
• Clean UK criminal record or police clearance if required.
• Right to work and National Insurance evidence.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class 1 vehicles between UK depots.
• Load and unload mail and parcels as needed.
• Follow pre-planned trunking routes.
• Complete daily vehicle checks and maintain logs.
• Communicate with dispatchers and supervisors.
• Ensure all safety and compliance procedures are followed.

Skills

Class 1 Licence (CE)

CPC & Tacho

Education

UK driving history verification

Job description

Class 1 Personnel are currently recruiting Class 1 Driver for one of the largest mail companies based in Thurrock RM20 3AA.

Class 1 Driver role mainly consists of delivering mail and parcels in the safest way following all Health and Safety guidelines in London. This is a Full-Time Temporary role with a chance of becoming Permanent.

Logistics Distribution and supply chain.

You Must Have

• UK Class 1 (CE) Licence + CPC & Tacho card
• Minimum of 5 years verifiable work history - HMRC/PTA
• Clean UK criminal record (check required) or Police clearance certificate if required
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, reliability
• Proof of right to work & National Insurance
• Flexible availability - days, nights, weekends

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class 1 vehicles between UK depots
• Load/unload mail and parcels as needed
• Follow pre-planned trunking routes
• Complete daily vehicle checks and maintain logs
• Communicate with dispatchers and supervisors
• Ensure all safety and compliance procedures are followed

Salary

• Pay Rate: £21.44 p/h to £ 23.09 p/h

Shifts

• AM SHIFTS / PM SHIFTS available.

Rota-based - must be flexible with days/timings

Candidates will need to complete an assessment (theory + practical).

Why Join Us?

• Excellent pay structure
• Stable hours with rota flexibility
• Supportive team environment
• Part of a reputable network

About the Hiring Company

The hiring company is an established brand with more than 500 years of history, from its beginning as a postal service exclusively for the King and his Court to the international delivery service it is today.