Class 1 HGV Driver Trunking

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking HGV Class 1 drivers for ongoing work in London and surrounding areas. The role involves trunking with no manual labor required, offering both night and day shifts. Candidates must have a minimum of 12 months Class 1 driving experience and meet other qualifications for immediate start. Excellent pay rates and benefits are provided.

Benefits

Discounted or free food

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months of recorded Class 1 experience on tachograph.
• No more than 6 penalty points on the license.
• Minimal tachograph infringements expected.

Responsibilities

• Drive HGV Class 1 for trunking work with no manual labor.
• Complete shifts ranging from 10 to 13 hours.
• Available for both night and day trunking.

Skills

HGV1 Driving

Experience with double-deck trailers

Job description

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Client:

Drivetek Recruitment Ltd

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Posted:

14.08.2025

Expiry Date:

28.09.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking to recruit HGV Class 1 drivers for ongoing work in the Dartford, Barking, Dagenham areas, and Docklands on behalf of our client.

Requirements:

• Both part-time and full-time shifts are available.
• Shift start times range from 14:30 to 20:30.
• Shifts typically last between 10 to 13 hours.
• The role involves pure trunking with no manual labor required.
• Ongoing weekly work.
• Candidates must have a minimum of 12 months of recorded Class 1 experience on their tachograph, with no more than a 3-month continuous break.
• A minimal number of tachograph infringements is expected.
• Night trunking and ad-hoc night shifts are available.

This opportunity offers ongoing work for HGV Class 1 night and day trunking, on weekdays and weekends.

Experience with double-deck trailers is a requirement.

The position involves trunking for a major brand company to one of three hubs in central England. The ideal candidate should have held their license for over 12 months for insurance purposes and should have no more than 6 penalty points on their license.

Please note that candidates with endorsements for DD, DR, or IN10 infringements cannot be considered due to insurance restrictions. Additionally, regular Class 1 work experience is necessary for a minimum of the last 12 months, along with minimal tachograph infringements.

The vacancy is available for an immediate start.

Pay Rates:

• PAYE only (no LTD drivers)
• Weekday overtime (after 8 hours): £30.53

Other locations include:

• Barking
• Docklands
• Feltham
• Heathrow
• Chelmsford
• Dartford
• Southall

Job Types:

• Full-time
• Part-time
• Temp to perm
• Freelance

Additional Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking

Candidate Requirements:

• Have you had more than 3 months continuous break in HGV1 driving?
• Have you had 5th wheel double-decker experience?
• Are you within travelling distance of Dartford?

Experience:

• HGV1 Driving: 1 year (required)