Class 1 Night Driver

The Best Connection; Middleton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Regular work

Guaranteed hours

Team support

Weekend work

Competitive pay

Job summary

The Best Connection are recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Night Driver to join their Middleton-based team. You will be responsible for safely delivering caged goods from the distribution centre to customer sites across the UK, with start times between 16:00 and 22:00.

This role offers ongoing, regular work with weekly pay, competitive hourly rates, and a guaranteed minimum shift length. Full induction and ongoing support are provided by The Best Connection.

Qualifications

• Has a valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence and recent night-driving experience.
• Knowledge of Drivers' Hours and Working Time Regulations.
• Two years of checkable work history and reliable timekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Drive Class 1 (C+E) vehicle safely to customer sites.
• Deliver caged goods to destinations across the UK.
• Operate a tail lift when required and complete vehicle checks.
• Complete paperwork accurately and comply with regulations.
• Provide excellent customer service during deliveries.

Skills

HGV Class 1 licence

Night driving

C+E experience

Education

Driver CPC Qualification

Digital Tachograph Card

Tools

Tail lift operation

Digital tachograph device

Job description

HGV Class 1 Night Driver | Middleton | Ongoing Work | Immediate Starts

The Best Connection Oldham is currently recruiting HGV Class 1 Night Drivers (C+E) for ongoing work with our well-established client based in Middleton, Greater Manchester.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Class 1 Drivers, CE Drivers, and HGV Night Drivers looking for regular work, competitive pay rates, and long-term assignments.

The Role

As a Class 1 Night Driver, you will be responsible for the delivery of caged products from the distribution centre to customer locations across the UK.

Duties include:

• Driving a Class 1 (C+E) vehicle safely and professionally.
• Delivering caged goods to customer sites.
• Operating a tail lift when required.
• Completing all vehicle checks and relevant paperwork.
• Complying with Driver's Hours and Working Time Regulations.
• Providing excellent customer service during deliveries.

Start times: Between 16:00 and 22:00

Full training will be provided during the initial induction period before moving onto a regular shift pattern.

Additional weekend shifts are available during peak trading periods.

Pay Rates

• Weekdays: £19.00 per hour
• Saturday: £25.87 per hour
• Sunday & Bank Holidays: £34.50 per hour
• Minimum 9 hours guaranteed per shift

Requirements

To be considered for this HGV Class 1 Driver role, you must have:

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence
• Minimum 12 months Class 1 driving experience
• Valid Driver CPC Qualification Card
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card (UK issued)
• Minimum 90 days recorded driving activity on your Digital Tachograph
• Good understanding of Drivers' Hours and Working Time Regulations
• Knowledge of the UK motorway network
• Experience working with cage deliveries is advantageous
• Flexible and professional attitude to work
• Excellent reliability and timekeeping
• Two years' checkable work history
• Immediate availability preferred

Benefits

• Ongoing, regular work
• Weekly pay
• Competitive rates of pay
• Guaranteed minimum shift length
• Full support from The Best Connection team
• Opportunity for additional weekend work

If you are an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver, CE Driver, LGV Driver, or Night Trunk Driver looking for work in Middleton, Oldham, Rochdale, Manchester, or the surrounding areas.