Class 1 HGV Driver (Temp to Perm)

Quality Service Recruitment Limited; Matlock; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

QS Recruitment Ltd is seeking a HGV Class 1 Driver for a new temp-to-perm position based in Matlock. The role covers curtainside deliveries across the UK with occasional night outs and early starts (04:00–06:00). The contract progresses from temporary to permanent for the right candidate.

Expect varied routes within the UK, flexible night-out requirements, and a mix of automatic and manual transmission as fleet changes. Immediate start available with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid HGV Class 1 licence.
• Full UK CPC qualification required.
• Digital tachograph card required.
• No more than 6 points on licence.

Responsibilities

• Curtainside deliveries around the UK.
• Occasional night out as part of the role.
• Early starts with long shifts, up to 11 hours a day.

Skills

HGV Class 1 Licence

UK CPC

Digital tachograph

No more than 6 points

Job description

Please note that this position is open to UK applicants only

Job Description

New Temp to Perm Position for a HGV Class 1 Driver.
Position is based at Matlock.
Immediate Start

Curtainside deliveries around the UK.
Good knowledge of securing products is essential.
There are occassional Nights Out.
Runs are varied, but not further south than Bristol, or further north than Liverpool

Vehicle arrangements:

• 9–22 November 2026: Automatic electric HGV available.
• 23 November 2026 – January/February 2027: Manual HGV only (split gear).
• January/February 2027 onwards: We anticipate having our own automatic electric HGV, although the delivery date is yet to be confirmed.

Hourly Rate: £16.20 per hour for the first 8£24.30 after 8 hours£25 for night outWe do not accept sponsorships

Working Hours: Monday to FridayStarts between 0400 - 060010 to 11 hours each day

Closing Date: 20261124

Experience & Qualifications

To apply for this role you must have the following.

• HGV Class 1 Licence
• A full UK CPC
• A valid digital tacho card
• No more than 6 points

To be considered for this role, you must have held your licence for at least 1 year with a minimum 180 days commercial driving experience
Experience of driving both manual (split gears) and automatoc units