HGV 1 (CE) Weekend Driver

Meriden Media; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A logistics company in Swindon is seeking an experienced HGV 1 (C+E) Weekend Driver to trunk parcels and mail across the Royal Mail network. The role offers competitive pay rates and flexible shift patterns, making it suitable for full-time or part-time work. Candidates must hold a valid HGV 1 licence and have excellent geographical knowledge. Immediate starts are available with guaranteed daily hours, making it an ideal opportunity for drivers seeking flexible work.

Benefits

Flexible working pattern

Excellent rates of pay

Onsite canteen facility

Qualifications

• Must have a valid HGV 1 licence held for a minimum of 2 years.
• 6 months of commercial experience required.
• Able to complete manual entries on the digital tachograph card.

Responsibilities

• Trunk parcels and mail between depots across the Royal Mail network.
• Adhere to driving regulations and ensure safety.

Skills

Geographical knowledge

Professional attitude

Knowledge of WTD and driver hours

Tools

Digital tachograph

Job description

Overview

Job Title - HGV 1 (C+E) Weekend Driver
Location - Swindon
Salary: £20.53ph to £23.44ph

Pertemps are working in partnership with the Royal Mail, the UK's designated Universal Postal Service Provider, to recruit HGV 1 (C+E) drivers to work out of their Distribution Centre based in Swindon.

If you can do 1 shift or 4 shifts, we would love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

As an HGV driver you will be required to trunk parcels and mail between depots across the Royal Mail Network. There is very little manual work.

What you can expect

• Variety of start times
• Various shift lengths to fit in around your lifestyle
• Immediate starts available
• Guaranteed daily hours
• Shifts given 1 week in advance
• Excellent rates of pay and accrued holiday pay
• Option to be paid weekly or monthly
• Flexible working pattern - suitable for full-time, part-time work or even just 1 shift every few weeks
• Onsite canteen facility
• Onsite parking

Requirements

• Have a valid HGV 1 licence and held for a minimum of 2 years with 6 months commercial experience due to insurance purposes
• Valid CPC and Digital tachograph card are essential
• No more than 5 penalty points on licence for minor endorsements (No DD/DR/IN/CD or TT endorsements are accepted)
• Excellent geographical knowledge and a professional attitude
• Excellent knowledge of WTD and driver hours
• Fully comfortable completing manual entries on your digital tachograph card
• Due to the nature of our client's business, you will be required to clear a DBS security check following the point of registration
• Successful completion of site assessment and induction will be required before first shift