Class 1 Night Driver

The-Best-Connection-Employment-Group; Altham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Best Connection Employment Group in Altham is seeking a Class 1 Night Driver to join a busy logistics operation. Start time is 18:00 with trunk runs between regional hubs and occasional customer deliveries.

You will perform daily vehicle checks and complete POD paperwork, ensuring safety and on-time deliveries. Applicants must hold a Class 1 (C+E) licence with at least 2 years of experience, a valid Driver CPC and a Digital Tachograph Card.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 (C+E) Licence.
• Minimum 2 years' Class 1 driving experience.
• Valid Driver CPC Qualification Card.
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• Good knowledge of driver hours regulations and road transport legislation.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out trunk runs between depots and distribution centres.
• Some collections and occasional customer deliveries.
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and defect reporting.
• Ensuring deliveries and collections are completed safely and on time.
• Completing paperwork and POD documentation accurately.

Skills

Class 1 (C+E) Licence

2 years Class 1 driving experience

Knowledge of driver hours regulations

Professional and reliable attitude

Tools

Digital Tachograph Card

Driver CPC Qualification Card

Job description

Class 1 Night Driver (JN -082025-6589) Altham, England

Salary: GBP17.5 - GBP17.5 per hour

Class 1 Night Driver - Altham

Location: Altham, Lancashire
Position: Class 1 (C+E) Night Driver
Start Time: 18:00
Pay Rate: £17.50 per hour
Guaranteed Pay: Minimum 8 hours per shift

We're looking for a reliable and experienced Class 1 Night Driver to join a busy transport operation based in Altham. This role offers consistent night work, competitive pay, and the opportunity to work for a well-established logistics business.

The Role

Your duties will primarily involve carrying out trunk runs between regional distribution hubs, ensuring freight is delivered safely and efficiently. There will also be some collections and occasional customer deliveries, so a professional and customer-focused approach is essential.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Completing nightly trunk routes between depots and distribution centres
• Collecting freight from customer sites when required
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and defect reporting
• Ensuring all deliveries and collections are completed safely and on time
• Adhering to Driver Hours Regulations and Working Time Directive requirements
• Completing all relevant paperwork and POD documentation accurately

Requirements

To be considered for this role, applicants must have:

• A valid Class 1 (C+E) Licence
• A minimum of 2 years' Class 1 driving experience
• Valid Driver CPC Qualification Card
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card
• Good knowledge of driver hours, tachograph regulations, and road transport legislation
• No more than 6 penalty points for minor offences
• A professional, flexible, and reliable attitude

What's on Offer?

• £17.50 per hour
• Guaranteed minimum of 8 hours pay per shift
• Regular night work with 18:00 starts
• Modern, well-maintained fleet
• Supportive transport team and straightforward trunking work
• Immediate starts available for suitable candidates