Class 1 Driver

Hiregiant Ltd; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Hiregiant Ltd in Solihull (B90) is seeking an experienced Class 1 Driver to deliver chilled, frozen and ambient goods across RDCs and retail stores. This is a full-time, ongoing role with flexible start times.

You will perform 2–3 deliveries per day, operate fridge or curtain-side trailers, unload pallets safely with a pump truck and tail lift, complete paperwork, and maintain high customer service standards.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 licence (C+E) and CPC & Digital Tachograph Card
• Minimum 1 year Class 1 driving experience
• Experience with fridge or curtain-side trailers preferred
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Proactive and safety-conscious with paperwork accuracy

Responsibilities

• Complete 2–3 deliveries per day to RDCs or stores
• Operate fridge or curtain-side trailers depending on load
• Deliver a mix of chilled, frozen, and dry goods
• Unload pallets using a pump truck and tail lift safely
• Complete paperwork and delivery notes accurately
• Maintain professional standards and customer service at all times

Skills

Class 1 licence

CPC & Tachograph knowledge

1 year Class 1 experience

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Tools

Fridge trailers

Curtain-side trailers

Pump truck operation

Tail lift operation

Job description

Class 1 Driver

We're currently recruiting for experienced Class 1 Driver to work with a well-established logistics company based in Solihull (B90). This is a great opportunity for ongoing, full-time work delivering chilled, frozen, and ambient products across RDCs and retail stores.

As a Class 1 Driver, you'll be responsible for:

• Completing 2–3 deliveries per day to RDCs or stores

• Operating fridge or curtain-side trailers, depending on the load

• Delivering a mix of chilled, frozen, and dry goods

• Unloading pallets using a pump truck and operating a tail lift safely

• Ensuring all paperwork and delivery notes are completed accurately

• Maintaining professional standards and excellent customer service at all times
  

Hours & Pay:

• Start Times: Flexible – early morning and afternoon starts

• Days: Monday to Friday (weekend work available)

• Shift Length: 10–12 hours per day

• Pay Rate: £21.50 - £23.00 per hour (PAYE)

• Weekly pay every Friday
  

Requirements:

• Valid Class 1 (Category C+E) licence

• Valid CPC & Digital Tachograph Card

• Minimum 1 year Class 1 driving experience

• Experience with fridge or curtain-side trailers preferred

• Ability to operate a pump truck and tail lift safely

• Excellent communication and customer service skills