Class 1 Driver - Croydon

GI Group Main Account; Croydon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading parcel delivery company in Croydon is looking for a Class 1 Driver to manage freight operations including loading, unloading, and completing deliveries. Candidates must hold a valid HGV Class 1 license, Driver CPC, and DIGI Cards, with a minimum of 2 years of Class 1 experience. The role offers full-time hours with shifts from 19:00 to 07:00, along with benefits like free parking and the possibility of overtime. Ideal candidates will be reliable, flexible, and safety focused.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Temp-to-Perm opportunities

Overtime available

CO training provided

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) license, Driver CPC & DIGI Cards.
• Minimum 2 years Class 1 license with 6 months driving experience.
• Max 6 SP penalty points accepted, no other endorsements.
• DBS check is required.
• 5 years of work/education history for security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload freight and secure loads.
• Complete scheduled deliveries and collections.
• Ensure accurate completion of documentation.
• Perform vehicle checks and report defects.
• Work efficiently to meet deadlines.

Skills

HGV Class 1 license

Driver CPC

DIGI Cards

Reliable and flexible

Self-motivated

Safety focused

Job description

Class 1 Driver – Croydon CR0

Pay: £21.29 - £31.94 / hour (Weekly Pay, includes holiday pay, PAYE)

Hours: Full-Time

Shifts: Monday to Friday, Start time 19:00 - 07:00

Join Gi Group and work with one of the UK’s leading parcel delivery companies. Our client provides domestic and international deliveries for high-volume business customers.

Your Responsibilities as a Class 1 Driver

• Load / unload freight and secure loads
• Complete scheduled deliveries and collections (varied parcel weights)
• Ensure accurate completion of documentation
• Perform vehicle checks and report defects
• Work efficiently to meet deadlines

What you’ll need as a Class 1 Driver

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) license + Driver CPC & DIGI Cards
• Minimum 2 years Class 1 license + 6 months Class 1 driving experience
• Max 6 SP penalty points accepted (no other endorsements)
• DBS check required
• 5 years of work / education history (for security clearance)
• Reliable, flexible, self‑motivated, and safety focused

Why Choose This Role?

• Free on‑site parking
• Temp‑to‑Perm opportunities
• Overtime available
• CO training provided

Ready to Drive?

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