HGV Class 1 Container Driver

People Solutions; Heysham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent hourly rates of pay

Weekly pay

Ongoing work

Overtime opportunities

Site canteen

Immediate starts available

Employee wellbeing programme

Driver assessment and paid induction

Industry-related training and ongoing

Job summary

People Solutions is recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Container Driver to join a well-established client in Heysham, Lancashire on a full-time basis. The role offers up to £18.00 per hour, with day and night shifts and weekly pay. Immediate starts available for ongoing assignments within a leading logistics operation.

The position suits drivers with LGV CE Category experience and a valid UK CE licence, CPC, tachograph card, and clean PVG/DSA record. Overtime opportunities and induction are provided.

Qualifications

• Valid UK Category CE Driving Licence required.
• Driver CPC Qualification Card required.
• Digital Tachograph Card required.
• Excellent punctuality and timekeeping essential.
• Strong communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Complete trunking depot-to-depot deliveries with occasional store deliveries.
• Operate Category CE vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Carry out pre- and post-journey vehicle inspections.
• Ensure loads are secure and compliant with transport regulations.
• Adhere to road traffic legislation and company procedures.
• Communicate effectively with transport office and customers.
• Report any vehicle defects or maintenance needs promptly.
• Assist with loading and unloading when required.

Skills

Category CE Licence

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph

Punctuality

Communication skills

UK road rules knowledge

Job description

HGV Class 1 Container Driver - Heysham, Lancashire

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Container Driver to join our well-established client based in Heysham, Lancashire on a full-time ongoing basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering up to £18.00 per hour, ongoing work, and immediate starts available with a leading logistics operation.

This would suit applicants who have worked as an LGV Class 1 Driver, Category CE Driver or Articulated Lorry Driver.

Rates of Pay:

• £17.00 per hour (Days)
• £18.00 per hour (Nights)
• Weekly pay

Shift Pattern:

• Monday to Friday
• AM starts between 04:00 and 06:00
• PM starts between 18:00 and 20:00
• Ongoing assignments
• Immediate starts available

Benefits:

Your benefits as an HGV Class 1 Container Driver are:

• Excellent hourly rates of pay
• Weekly pay
• Ongoing work
• Overtime opportunities
• Site canteen
• Immediate starts available
• Employee wellbeing programme
• Driver assessment and paid induction
• Industry-related training and ongoing support throughout your assignment
• Genuine long-term opportunities with a leading logistics business

Day-to-Day Duties:

Your duties as an HGV Class 1 Container Driver are:

• Completing trunking depot-to-depot deliveries with occasional store deliveries
• Operating Category CE vehicles safely and efficiently
• Carrying out pre- and post-journey vehicle inspections
• Ensuring all loads are secure and compliant with transport regulations
• Adhering to all road traffic legislation and company procedures
• Communicating effectively with the transport office and customers
• Reporting any vehicle defects or maintenance requirements promptly
• Assisting with loading and unloading when required

Essential Skills:

To be successful as an HGV Class 1 Container Driver, you will need:

• A valid UK Category CE Driving Licence
• A minimum of six months' Category CE driving experience
• A valid Driver CPC Qualification Card
• A valid Digital Tachograph Card
• No more than six penalty points for minor offences
• No DR10, DG10, IN10 or TT99 endorsement codes
• Excellent punctuality and timekeeping
• A good understanding of UK road traffic legislation
• Strong communication skills

Training:

• Driver assessment required prior to starting
• One-day paid induction following a successful assessment
• Industry-related training and ongoing support throughout your assignment