Hgv 1 Driver

Aligra Newbury; Newbury; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Milestone days off

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Life assurance

Holiday trading

Wellbeing programmes

Retail discounts

Job summary

Aligra Newbury is hiring a Class 1 driver to join a leading logistics provider based in central Newbury. You will operate nationwide collections/deliveries, handle trailer swaps, and use GPS/tachograph tech to keep routes compliant.

The role requires a valid UK C+E licence, 6–12 months HGV experience, a current CPC and Digital Tachograph card, and strong interpersonal skills to thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Valid UK Driving Licence with C+E entitlement.
• 6–12 months experience driving HGV C+E vehicles is essential.
• Current CPC card and Digital Tachograph card.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute nationwide collections/deliveries - trunking to the central Hub.
• Manage trailer swaps and oversee live loading/unloading to keep operations running smoothly.
• Use GPS and tachograph technology to plan routes and ensure 100% compliance.
• Maintain professional relationships with dispatchers and customers across the country.
• Conduct thorough vehicle inspections and prioritise safe driving at all times.

Skills

C+E entitlement

HGV experience

CPC card

Tachograph card

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Ready to take your Class 1 driving career up a gear?

Join a leading logistics provider in central Newbury, part of a global powerhouse in parcel delivery and e-commerce. Get behind the wheel of a cutting-edge fleet and be part of a company on a mission to become one of the UK’s most environmentally responsible delivery networks. No Handball.

If you’ve driven for Hermes or Evri, this could be your next big opportunity!

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Internal promotions encouraged - this is a long-term career path, not just a job
• Join a company committed to reducing its environmental impact
• Milestone days off, enhanced maternity/paternity pay, life assurance, holiday trading, and wellbeing programmes
• Retail discounts: Save money with hundreds of retailer discounts, including groceries

Pay:

• Weekday Standard: per hour
• Weeknight Standard: per hour
• Weekday Overtime: per hour
• Saturday: per hour
• Sunday: per hour

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Execute nationwide collections/deliveries - trunking to the central Hub.
• Manage trailer swaps and oversee live loading/unloading to keep operations running smoothly.
• Use GPS and tachograph technology to plan routes and ensure 100% compliance.
• Maintain professional relationships with dispatchers and customers across the country.
• Conduct thorough vehicle inspections and prioritise safe driving at all times.

What We’re Looking For:

• Valid UK Driving Licence with C+E (Class 1) entitlement
• 6 months to 12 months experience driving HGV C+E vehicles is essential
• Current CPC card and valid Digital Tachograph card
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment