Class 1 Driver - Trunking

Staffline Group; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Bedford is seeking a Class 1 driver for long-term trunking operations. The role offers flexible shifts with a guaranteed minimum of 8 hours per day and competitive pay rates, including overtime. Ideal candidates must have a valid driving license, CPC card, and at least 6 months of experience. Full-time and part-time positions available, including weekend work.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

On-site canteen

Year-round work availability

Qualifications

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills required.
• Ability to work 5 out of 7 shifts per week.

Responsibilities

• HGV Class 1 trunking responsibilities.
• Ensuring all health & safety procedures are followed.
• Working across 7 days a week with typical shift length around 10-12 hours.

Skills

Good communication skills

Reliable and flexible approach to work

Ability to follow work procedures

Education

Valid Category C + E Driving license

Driver CPC and valid DQC card

6 months of experience

Job description

Long-Term, Regular Day Work | Full-Time & Part-Time Available | Immediate Starts

Staffline are recruiting a Class 1 driver to work in our Trunk operation on Wagon and Drag vehicles and occasionally Arctics based in Marsh Leys, Bedford.

We are offering ongoing, year-round work with guaranteed minimum pay of 8 hours per shift. Overtime rate is paid after completing 48 hours.

The shifts will include working weekends. Ideally either 10.00 to 12.00 start times and 22.00 to 23.59 start times.

We will consider part time hours as long as these include one day weekend working.

PAYE Pay Rates (Paid Weekly)

• Day shift - £18.06 per hour
• Night shift - £19.22 per hour
• Overtime Days - £22.57
• Overtime Nights - £24.03

Your Time at Work

• HGV Class 1 Trunking
• Ensuring all health & safety procedures are followed
• Shifts available across 7 days a week
• Typical shift length around 10-12 hours
• Part-time drivers welcome as long as weekend day included

Our Perfect Worker

• Valid Category C + E Driving license
• Driver CPC and valid DQC card
• Good communication skills and basic literacy and numeracy
• Reliable and flexible approach to work
• Ability to follow work procedures and safety rules
• Ability to work 5 out of 7 shifts per week
• 6 months of experience is required

Key Information and Benefits

• Guaranteed minimum of 8 hours per shift
• Full-time & part-time positions available
• Regular long-term work
• Free on-site parking
• Work available all year round
• On-site canteen
• Competitive rates of pay

About Staffline

Staffline is the biggest recruiter in the UK and Ireland, and we believe in putting people first. Every day, we help tens of thousands of people find work in logistics, food, transport, retail, and agriculture. We can do the same for you.

We listen to the needs of our workers and always aim to offer flexible shift work and opportunities for overtime, as we know these are important to you.

Each of our locations has dedicated 24-hour OnSite support, so you can always speak to a Staffline representative. Staffline is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.