HGV Class 1

h-g-recruitment; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with overtime

Regular work with national brand

Modern fleet

24/7 support line

Driver portal

Job summary

HG Recruitment is seeking a reliable HGV Class 1 driver for Cowley, Oxford. You will operate articulated vehicles for national deliveries, with early start times and consistent shifts in a trusted national brand.

Role includes loading/unloading, route planning, and strict adherence to driver hours and safety procedures. Registration and eligibility checks apply.

Qualifications

• Full UK Class 1 (C+E) licence required.
• Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card required.
• No more than 6 penalty points.
• Understanding of driver hours regulations.

Responsibilities

• Drive articulated HGVs (C+E) for national deliveries.
• Load and secure goods safely.
• Plan routes and adapt to traffic/weather conditions.
• Communicate professionally with site personnel.
• Complete vehicle checks and report defects.

Skills

Class 1 licence (C+E)

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Penalty points cap

Hours regs understanding

Job description

HGV Class 1 - Cowley
Monday to Friday | 03:00 - 05:30 start times

Looking for reliable HGV driving work in Cowley? Join HG Recruitment and benefit from competitive pay, weekly wages and ongoing shifts with our established client.

Delivering on two main contracts:

• Drop and swap trailer from Cowley to Woking – 2 routes per shift. Averaging 8-10 hour days.
• Multi-drop contract delivering to stores. No handball. Maximum 6 deliveries, including collections. Averaging 9-12 hour shifts

Pay Rates (PAYE)

• PAYE Day rate standard - £18.44 - £22.49
• PAYE Weekends standard - £26.56 - £30.61

Additional Benefits:

• Competitive pay with overtime opportunities
• Consistent, regular work with a trusted national brand
• Modern, well-maintained fleet
• Supportive transport team that values safety and teamwork
• Ongoing work for reliable drivers
• Mentor and Mental health first aider available.
• Driver portal - clearly displaying assignment briefs, payslips, holiday accrual, historical pay and working time data.
• Driver apps, communicate with the team and always be heard.
• Manned 24/7 availability

The Role

• Driving & Delivering: Operate articulated HGVs (C+E) for national deliveries (forklift-only stock).
• Loading & Unloading: Secure all loads safely to prevent transit damage.
• Route Planning: Plan routes effectively, adapting to traffic and weather conditions.
• Customer Interaction: Communicate professionally with site personnel and deliver excellent service.
• Compliance: Complete all vehicle checks, report defects, and follow road safety and company procedures.

Requirements

• Full Class 1 (C+E) licence
• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• No more than 6 penalty points (minor offences only)
• Understanding of driver hours and working time regulations
• Positive, reliable, and safety-focused attitude

HG Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer. Registration and work are subject to eligibility checks, including proof of the Right to Work in the UK.