Class 1 Driver

Pertemps Leicester Industrial; Leicester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20% shift premium (10pm–6am)

10% shift premium (4pm–10pm)

Regular Monday-Friday schedule

Job summary

Pertemps Leicester Industrial is recruiting experienced Class 1 HGV Drivers for ongoing temporary roles based in Leicester. Work is Monday to Friday with early start times (1:00am–6:00am) and finishes typically between 1:00pm–4:00pm.

Duties include delivering to retail stores with 1–3 drops daily, with occasional nights away. The role requires a valid Class 1 (C+E) licence and proven driving experience, along with reliability and safe driving.

Qualifications

• A valid Class 1 (C+E) licence.
• Previous Class 1 driving experience.
• Good knowledge of UK roads.
• A professional and reliable approach.
• Good communication skills.
• Flexible start times and routes.
• Ability to complete deliveries safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Deliveries to retail stores with routes typically 1–3 drops per day.
• Start times between 1:00am and 6:00am; finishes between 1:00pm and 4:00pm.
• Occasional nights away may be required.
• Support busy transport operation during peak periods.

Skills

Class 1 license (C+E)

Previous Class 1 driving experience

UK road knowledge

Professional and reliable approach

Good communication skills

Flexible start times

Safe and efficient deliveries

Job description

Pertemps Leicester Industrial seeks Class 1 Driver staff for full-time temporary assignments with flexible hours. Based in Leicester, this driving role pays £17.69 to £20 hourly, including shift premiums. Working Monday through Friday, start times fall between 1am and 6am, finishing around 1pm to 4pm. Duties involve delivering goods to retail stores, usually covering one, two or three drops each day. Applicants need a valid HGV licence plus proven experience in similar work. Reliability and safe driving matter greatly. Occasional nights away may arise. Ongoing placements suit those seeking steady weekday schedules without weekend commitments.

Class 1 HGV Driver – Monday to Friday

Location: Leicester / LE19
Pay: £17.69 per hour + shift premiums
Hours: Monday to Friday
Start Times: Between 1:00am and 6:00am
Job Type: Temporary ongoing

Are you an experienced Class 1 HGV Driver looking for regular Monday-to-Friday work? We are currently recruiting for Class 1 Drivers to support a busy transport operation during the upcoming peak period, with ongoing opportunities available for reliable and experienced drivers.

The Role

You will be responsible for completing deliveries to retail stores, with routes typically involving 1, 2 or 3 drops per day, depending on daily volumes. Start times will vary between 1:00am and 6:00am, with typical finishes between 1:00pm and 4:00pm. There may also be occasional opportunities involving nights out.

Pay & Benefits

• £17.69 per hour basic rate
• 20% shift premium for hours worked between 10:00pm and 6:00am
• 10% shift premium for hours worked between 4:00pm and 10:00pm

About You

You will need:

• A valid Class 1 (C+E) licence
• Previous Class 1 driving experience
• Good knowledge of UK roads
• A professional and reliable approach
• Good communication skills
• A flexible approach to start times and routes
• The ability to complete deliveries safely and efficiently