Class 1 Night Driver

Flexible People; Pilley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Flexible People in Barnsley is seeking experienced HGV Class 1 Night Drivers for ongoing shifts with varied start times, Monday to Sunday. You will handle store deliveries, RDCs, and trunking between sites, while following WTD and driver hours regulations.

Role requires a valid UK HGV Class 1 Night licence, DCPC, and Tachograph card, plus a professional attitude and safety focus. Ongoing work with night commitments across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Valid UK HGV Class 1 Night (C+E) driving licence.
• Valid Driver CPC (DCPC).
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• Good understanding of drivers' hours and WTD legislation.

Responsibilities

• Drive articulated Class 1 Night/C+E vehicles for deliveries and collections.
• Perform full vehicle safety checks before starting journeys.
• Carry out trunking between sites and deliveries to major distribution centres.
• Support the wider national logistics network when required.

Skills

Class 1 driving

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph

Health & Safety

Communication skills

Job description

Flexible People

Description

We are currently recruiting HGV Class 1 (C+E) Night Drivers to join a well-established and growing logistics operation based in Barnsley. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Class 1 drivers looking for ongoing work, competitive pay rates and a variety of driving assignments.

Pay Rates

• Week Night Shifts (Monday to Friday): £19 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)
• Saturday Night Shifts: £22 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)
• Sunday Night Shifts: £24 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)

The Role

The role involves driving articulated vehicles (Class 1 Night / C+E), completing a variety of deliveries and collections, including:

• Store deliveries
• RDCs and distribution centres
• Warehouse deliveries
• General haulage
• Trunking between sites
• Drop & swap work

Class 1 Drivers may also be required to support the wider national logistics network when needed.

Shift Details

• Night shifts
• Shift start any time after 12.00pm and you get varied start times
• Any 5 days out of 7
• Shifts typically lasting 8-10 hours
• Ongoing work available

The role involves long-distance driving Class 1 HGV vehicles, trunking between sites and deliveries to major distribution centres, stores and warehouses.

Class 1 Drivers must comply with all drivers' hours and Working Time Directive (WTD) regulations and complete full vehicle safety checks before starting their journeys.

Requirements for a Class 1 Night Driver

To be considered for this role, applicants must have:

• A valid UK HGV Class 1 Night (C+E) driving licence
• Valid Driver CPC (DCPC)
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card
• A good understanding of drivers' hours and WTD legislation
• The ability to complete vehicle checks and report defects correctly
• A strong commitment to health and safety procedures
• Good communication skills and a professional attitude
• Minimum 6 months experience

Driving Licence Requirements

• Maximum of 6 points on your driving licence
• No DD, DR or NI convictions
• Must hold a valid UK driving licence