Class 1 HGV Driver - day shift

AIT Home Delivery UK Limited; Ackton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

company-issued uniform and PPE

holiday entitlement

pension enrolment

Job summary

AIT Home Delivery UK Limited in England is seeking a Class 1 CE HGV Driver for day shift. You will collect high-value stock from customer warehouses, transport across the network, perform vehicle safety checks, and keep accurate transport records.

This role offers regular, daytime work, long-term stability, and a supportive Transport and Logistics Team; benefits include a uniform and PPE, holiday entitlement, and a pension.

Qualifications

• Must have Class 1 CE Licence and at least 12 months CE experience.
• Driver CPC Qualification Card and Digital Tachograph Card must be valid and in date.
• Licence must carry no more than 6 penalty points.
• Comfortable managing multiple collections during a shift.
• Familiar with Drivers' Hours Regulations and tachograph requirements.
• Committed to safety, professionalism and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Complete scheduled collections and return stock to designated depots.
• Carry out vehicle safety checks and report defects.
• Maintain accurate transport records and documentation.
• Provide a professional service at customer sites.
• Keep vehicles safe, clean and roadworthy.

Skills

Customer service

Safety minded

Vehicle safety checks

Record keeping

Education

Class 1 CE Licence

Driver CPC qualification

Digital Tachograph Card valid

Job description

Class 1 (CE) HGV Driver - Day Shift

Ready for a Driving Role That Keeps You Moving?

Are you an experienced Class 1 (CE) Driver who enjoys being on the road, working with customers, and managing a varied workload?

We're looking for reliable and safety-conscious drivers to join the Logistics Team. The role involves collecting high-value stock from customer warehouses and distribution centres before returning loads to the appropriate depot within the network, ensuring goods are moved safely, efficiently, and on time.

If regular daytime hours, consistent work, and long-term stability are important to you, we'd love to hear from you.

What Will a Typical Shift Involve?

No two days are the same. A typical shift will include multiple collections, transporting stock across the network, carrying out vehicle safety checks, and keeping transport records up to date.

A strong focus on customer service, vehicle care, and legal compliance is essential, alongside working within Drivers' Hours Regulations, tachograph requirements, and company procedures.

Key responsibilities include:

• Completing scheduled collections and returning stock to designated depots.
• Carrying out vehicle safety checks and reporting defects.
• Maintaining accurate transport records and documentation.
• Providing a professional service at customer sites.
• Keeping vehicles safe, clean, and roadworthy.

Could This Be the Right Opportunity for You?

Before submitting an application, please consider the following:

• Are you 23 years of age or older?
• Do you hold a valid Class 1 (CE) HGV Licence and have at least 12 months' CE experience?
• Are your Driver CPC Qualification Card and Digital Tachograph Card valid and in date?
• Does the licence held carry no more than 6 penalty points?
• Are you comfortable managing multiple collections during a shift?
• Are you confident working within Drivers' Hours Regulations and tachograph requirements?
• Do you take pride in safety, professionalism, and attention to detail?

Please note: Due to insurance and operational requirements, applications can only be progressed where all of the above criteria are met.

What Can You Expect When You Join Us?

Drivers play a vital role in the success of the business. In return for your commitment, we offer competitive rates of pay, regular daytime work, and consistent schedules that support a healthy work-life balance.

Successful applicants will join a growing organisation operating a modern, well-maintained fleet, supported by an experienced Transport and Logistics Team. Benefits include company-issued uniform and PPE, holiday entitlement, pension enrolment, and secure long-term employment within a business that values reliability, teamwork, and commitment.

• company-issued uniform and PPE
• holiday entitlement
• pension enrolment
• secure long-term employment within a business that values reliability, teamwork, and commitment.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals. Recruitment decisions are based solely on skills, experience, qualifications, and the requirements of the role.