Class 1 Driver | Stable Ongoing Shifts & Benefits

Manpower UK; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Shift guarantee

Hourly pay

PPE provided

Wellbeing resources

Discounts

Pension

Financial wellbeing

Recruitment support

Established logistics organisation

Job summary

Manpower UK is seeking reliable Class 1 Drivers for ongoing temporary roles in the Maidstone area. You will operate Class 1 vehicles on planned routes across distribution centres and delivery locations, ensuring timely and safe transport of parcels and freight.

You will carry out vehicle checks, handle loading/unloading, and complete paperwork while adhering to health and safety standards. The role requires a valid UK C+E licence, Driver CPC, and 1 year of HGV experience.

Qualifications

• Valid UK C+E driving licence.
• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• No more than 6 penalty points and no serious endorsements.
• 1 year previous HGV driving experience in logistics or distribution.
• Strong understanding of UK road transport legislation and vehicle safety.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Professional, reliable and customer-focused approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class 1 vehicle on planned routes between distribution centres and delivery locations.
• Transport mail, parcels and freight efficiently while meeting delivery schedules.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects in line with company procedures.
• Load and unload vehicles safely while ensuring the security of all goods.
• Complete delivery paperwork and electronic records accurately.
• Work independently while maintaining excellent communication with the wider operations team.
• Follow all road transport legislation, health and safety regulations and company policies.

Skills

UK driving licence (C+E)

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Penalty points limit

HGV driving experience

UK road transport knowledge

Time management

Teamwork

Customer-focused approach

Job description

Manpower UK is seeking reliable Class 1 Drivers for ongoing temporary roles in the Maidstone area. You will operate Class 1 vehicles on planned routes across distribution centres and delivery locations, ensuring timely and safe transport of parcels and freight.

You will carry out vehicle checks, handle loading/unloading, and complete paperwork while adhering to health and safety standards. The role requires a valid UK C+E licence, Driver CPC, and 1 year of HGV experience.