HGV CE Driver

Swift Temps Ltd; Swindon; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Swift Temps Ltd in Swindon is seeking an HGV Class 1 (CE) driver for ongoing agency work. Roles involve trunking with start times from 1:00am to 4:00pm and occasional double runs. Shifts typically run 8–11 hours with loads offloaded by forklift teams.

Applicants must have at least 1 year CE experience, essential double-decker experience, and a clean record (max 6 points). An assessment and induction are required before the first shift, with reliability and strong communication essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year CE category experience.
• Previous double-decker experience essential.
• Maximum 6 points, depending on the offence/code.
• Must successfully pass an assessment and induction before completing your first shift.
• Reliable and professional with good timekeeping and communication.

Responsibilities

• Take on ongoing agency driver assignments.
• Start times offered between 1:00am and 4:00pm.
• Perform mainly trunking with occasional double runs.
• Shifts typically 8–11 hours.
• Loads offloaded by forklift drivers.
• No manual handling beyond curtains and straps.

Skills

Timekeeping

Communication

Reliability

Job description

HGV Class 1 (CE) Drivers - Swindon

ONGOING AGENCY WORK | TRUNKING | DOUBLE DECKER EXPERIENCE

PAY RATES

• £16.17 per hour basic rate
• £18.59 per hour unsociable hours rate
• Unsociable hours apply when more than 3 hours are worked between 22:00 and 06:00

The Work

• Ongoing agency work
• Start times offered between 1:00am and 4:00pm
• Mainly trunking
• Occasional double runs
• Shifts are normally 8-11 hours
• All loads are offloaded by forklift drivers
• No manual handling apart from handling curtains and straps

Driver Requirements

• Minimum 1 year CE category experience
• Previous double-decker experience essential
• Maximum 6 points, depending on the offence/code
• Must successfully pass an assessment and induction before completing your first shift
• Reliable and professional
• Good timekeeping and communication

Location: Swindon