Class 1 Driver Days

The Best Connection; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 2,538,000 - 4,495,000; Full time

Job summary

The Best Connection is recruiting Class 1 HGV drivers for our Chorley site, prioritising weekend availability and a strong safety record. You will drive on established UK routes, take the required tacho test, and complete a paid Health & Safety training day upon passing.

Opportunities for broader shifts may arise later in the year, with competitive pay and overtime rates reflecting the demand for reliable, professional drivers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' Class 1 driving experience.
• Full UK driving licence with CE entitlement.
• No more than six points on licence; no DD, DR, or IN endorsements.
• Strong knowledge of UK roads nationally.
• Reliable, professional, safety-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Drive Class 1 vehicles to UK routes.
• Complete tacho tests and driving assessments as part of joining.

Skills

Professional driving

Safe driving

Education

Full UK driving licence with CE entitlement

Job description

Are You a Class 1 Driver Looking for Your Next Challenge?

We're expanding our team of Class 1 HGV Drivers at our busy Chorley site-and we want YOU!

Why Work With Us?

Shift Patterns we are looking for:

• Wednesday to Sunday
• Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday

If you can provide additional days outside of they shift patterns above is desirable.

At present, our current business requirements prioritise weekend driver availability. Therefore, applications from candidates unable to commit to weekend shifts will not be considered at this time.

However, we anticipate opportunities for Monday to Friday driver roles later in the year and encourage interested candidates to apply then.

Flexible start times to suit different routes:

• Early Mornings: 03:00 - 08:00
• Late Mornings: 11:00 - 15:00

Be part of a forward-thinking, fast-growing logistics leader

Competitive pay and excellent overtime rates

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum 2 years' Class 1 driving experience
• Full UK driving licence with CE entitlement

No more than six points on your licence, and no DD, DR, or IN endorsements

Strong knowledge of UK roads nationally

Reliable, professional, and safety-focused attitude

Competitive Pay Rates:

Shift Type Rate per Hour

• Monday - Saturday (Days 06:00-18:00) £18.42
• Monday - Saturday (PM 18:00-22:00) £22.17
• Monday - Saturday (Nights 22:00-06:00) £23.42
• Overtime (after 47.5 hrs) £27.63
• Sunday (Days) £27.63
• Sunday (PM) £31.38
• Sunday (Nights) £32.63

What to Expect:

• Tacho test and driving assessment required
• Upon passing, a paid Health & Safety training day will be booked

Join a team that values your professionalism and rewards your hard work

Ready to drive your career forward?