Day HGV Class 1 Driver - Safe, Customer, Temp-to-Perm

The Recruitment Crowd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Recruitment Crowd are recruiting on behalf of our well known client in the Sheffield area for multiple HGV Class 1 (CAT C&E) drivers to join the team on day shifts. The role involves safely handling palletised goods, performing loading/unloading, and maintaining accurate paperwork.

Shifts cover Monday to Sunday with Friday and Sundays required; pay rate is £17.08 per hour PAYE. A full UK driving licence with Class 1, CPC, Tachograph card, and good driving record are essential.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence with Class 1.
• Valid DCPC and Digital Tachograph card.
• No more than 6 points on licence (minor offences only).
• Full understanding of WTD legislation.
• Be prepared to undertake a short driving assessment for the position.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A safety-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Safely handling and conveying palletised packages to sub depots.
• Emphasising safe driving practices and ensuring precise documentation.
• Typically completing 3 to 4 runs on an average day.
• Drivers will need to contribute to the loading and unloading of the vehicle, utilising a tail lift and pump truck.
• Engaging with customers while upholding a professional and polite image on behalf of the company.

Skills

Driving licence Class 1

DCPC

Tachograph card

6 points max

WTD legislation

Driving assessment

Communication skills

Safety mindset

Job description

The Recruitment Crowd are recruiting on behalf of our well known client in the Sheffield area for multiple HGV Class 1 (CAT C&E) drivers to join the team on day shifts. The role involves safely handling palletised goods, performing loading/unloading, and maintaining accurate paperwork.

Shifts cover Monday to Sunday with Friday and Sundays required; pay rate is £17.08 per hour PAYE. A full UK driving licence with Class 1, CPC, Tachograph card, and good driving record are essential.