Class 1 HGV Drivers – Temp to Perm Opportunity

Driver Hire Peterborough; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking skilled Class 1 HGV Drivers for a temp-to-perm opportunity in Peterborough. Offering £16 to £17 per hour, alongside a Monday-Friday schedule and great benefits. Candidates must have a valid Class 1 Driver’s licence, a Driver CPC card, and at least 1 year of driving experience. This role involves delivering products across the UK with a focus on driver comfort during transit.

Benefits

Night out allowance – £44.00

Monthly performance bonus

Profit sharing scheme

Company pension

Additional leave

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 Driver’s licence with max 6 points, no DD/DR endorsements.
• 1+ years of Class 1 driving experience is required; 2 years preferred.
• Wide load experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Driving 7.5 T vehicles with trailers across the UK.
• Delivering products and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Tramping as part of the role with support provided.

Skills

Friendly communication skills

Good UK geographical knowledge

Understanding of driver hours and working time directive

Tools

Digital tachograph

Driver CPC card

Job description

Class 1 HGV Drivers - Temp to Perm Opportunity!

We’re recruiting on behalf of a fantastic client who is expanding their fleet and looking for skilled Class 1 HGV Drivers to join their team. This is a 12‑week temp‑to‑perm role, offering stability, great benefits and a Monday‑Friday schedule with weekends and bank holidays off.

What’s in it for you:

• £16.00 per hour (£17.93 per hour including holiday pay) – payable weekly
• Temp‑to‑perm pathway after 13 weeks
• £17.00 per hour once completing 13 weeks temp‑to‑perm
• Night out allowance – £44.00
• Monthly performance bonus (accidents and infringements measurement)
• Profit sharing scheme
• Company pension
• Additional leave

The role:

You’ll be driving 7.5 T vehicles with trailers up to 7 m, delivering products across the UK. The client is currently upgrading their fleet to include comfortable sleeping cabs; some vehicles may still have sleeping pods during the transition, but rest assured your comfort is a priority.

What we’re looking for:

• Valid Class 1 Driver’s licence (max 6 points, no DD/DR endorsements)
• Driver CPC card and digital tachograph
• 1+ years Class 1 driving experience (2 years preferred)
• Wide load experience would be a bonus
• Good UK geographical knowledge
• Understanding of driver hours and working time directive / breaks
• Friendly, professional communication skills

Tramping is part of the role

but you’ll be well supported throughout.

If you’re a reliable driver looking for a fresh start with long‑term potential, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today by phoning 01733 890420, or send us your CV via email to [e-mail].