HGV Class 1 Driver

Pertemps Gloucester (Chiltern) Industrial; Abergavenny; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Gloucester (Chiltern) Industrial is seeking an HGV Class 1 Driver for full-time work in Abergavenny. The role involves operating flatbed trailers on scheduled deliveries and collections, securing loads, and completing paperwork with accuracy.

Starting between 05:00 and 07:00, with 10–12 hour shifts and regular ongoing hours. Applicants must hold a valid UK Class 1 licence, CPC and Tachograph Card, and have at least 6 months of HGV Class 1 experience.

Qualifications

• Valid UK Category C+E (Class 1) Licence.
• Valid CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Minimum 6 months HGV Class 1 driving experience.
• Desirable: prior flatbed experience and load securing skills.
• Good understanding of Driver Hours regulations.
• Reliable, professional and safety-conscious with strong time management.

Responsibilities

• Drive HGV Class 1 vehicles on scheduled deliveries and collections.
• Operate flatbed trailers safely and efficiently.
• Strap and unstrap loads to ensure safe transport.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Complete delivery paperwork accurately.
• Provide professional service to customers at delivery locations.
• Ensure compliance with Driver Hours and Road Transport regulations.

Skills

Reliable

Excellent time management

Professional demeanor

Safety-conscious

Good knowledge of Driver Hours rules

Ability to secure loads/ strap loads

Education

UK Category C+E (Class 1) Licence

Job description

Pertemps Gloucester (Chiltern) Industrial seeks an HGV Class 1 Driver for full-time work in Abergavenny, paying £17.00 to £19.05 hourly. Shifts run Monday through Friday, with start times between 05:00 and 07:00, offering regular ongoing hours. The successful candidate will operate flatbed trailers on scheduled deliveries and collections, securing and releasing loads with straps to guarantee safe transport. Daily vehicle inspections, defect reporting, and accurate completion of delivery paperwork form part of each shift. Applicants should hold a valid Class 1 licence, demonstrate confidence handling flatbed equipment, and show competence in load restraint. Reliability, attention to detail, and a professional manner when representing the client are essential.

Your Duties:

• Driving HGV Class 1 vehicles on scheduled deliveries and collections
• Operating flatbed trailers safely and efficiently
• Strapping and unstrapping loads to ensure safe transportation
• Conducting daily vehicle checks and reporting defects
• Completing delivery paperwork accurately
• Providing a professional service to customers at delivery locations
• Ensuring compliance with all Driver Hours and Road Transport regulations

Requirements:

• Valid UK Category C+E (Class 1) Licence
• Valid CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
• Minimum 6 months HGV Class 1 driving experience
• Previous flatbed experience desirableConfident strapping and securing loads
• Good understanding of Driver Hours regulations
• Reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach
• Excellent time management skills

What's In It For You?

• £17.00 per hour
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Start times between 05:00-07:00
• 10-12 hour shifts available
• Regular ongoing work
• No weekend requirement
• Opportunity to work with a professional transport operation
• Weekly pay