HGV Class 1 Container Driver

People Solutions; Warrington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Ongoing work

Overtime opportunities

Site canteen

Immediate starts

Wellbeing programme

Driver assessment

Induction

Training support

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

People Solutions is hiring an HGV Class 1 Container Driver in Warrington, Cheshire. Enjoy up to £21.00 per hour with weekly pay, ongoing work and immediate starts available.

Role involves trunking depot-to-depot deliveries, operating Category C+E vehicles, and ensuring loads are secure and compliant. Applicants should have Class 1 experience, CPC, and a clean licence. Training and support provided.

Qualifications

• Valid UK Category C+E driving licence.
• Minimum six months C+E driving experience.
• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph card.
• No more than six penalty points.
• No DR10, DG10, IN10 or TT99 endorsements.
• Excellent punctuality and timekeeping.
• Good understanding of UK road traffic legislation.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

UK Driving Licence C+E

6+ months experience

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph

Penalty points ≤6

No forbidden endorsements

Punctuality & timekeeping

Road traffic knowledge

Strong communication

Job description

HGV Class 1 Container Driver - Warrington, Cheshire

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Container Driver to join our well-established client based in Warrington, Cheshire.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering up to £21.00 per hour with ongoing work and immediate starts available.

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

Rates of Pay:

• £18.00 per hour (Days)
• £19.00 per hour (Nights)
• £21.00 per hour (Weekends)
• Weekly pay

Shift Pattern:

• Monday to Friday
• AM starts between 04:00 and 06:00
• PM starts between 18:00 and 20:00
• Overtime available on weekends
• 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 well-being 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 C+E 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 C+E (Class 1) Driving Licence
• A minimum of six months' Category C+E driving experience
• A valid Driver CPC Card and 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

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process