HGV Class 1 Driver

Zohorecruit; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-perm pathway

Guaranteed shift hours

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Birmingham, United Kingdom-based Zohorecruit is seeking reliable HGV Class 1 drivers for high-volume temperature-controlled logistics. You will have 45–50 hours per week, with day/evening shifts and 4-on/4-off rotas. Immediate starts follow site induction, with dedicated transport coordination support.

Applicants must hold a valid HGV Class 1 licence, Driver CPC, and Digital Tachograph card, and have clean driving records with no DR/DD/IN endorsements. Apply for stable temp-to-perm opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven commercial Class 1 driving experience.
• A licence with no more than 6 minor points.
• No DR/DD/IN endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily pre-trip walk-around safety inspections of vehicle.
• Monitor trailer refrigeration temperatures and ensure temperature integrity.
• Complete temperature log sheets, electronic delivery manifests and POD sign-offs.
• Adhere to EU Drivers’ Hours, Working Time Directive (WTD) and tachograph rules.
• Handle temperature-controlled distribution to supermarket RDCs and national hubs.
• Coordinate with transport team for routes and scheduling.

Education

HGV Class 1 licence

Driver CPC qualification

Digital Tachograph card

Job description

Birmingham, United Kingdom | Posted on 29/09/2026

We are seeking reliable and experienced HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) Drivers for high-volume temperature-controlled and multi-temperature logistics operations. This role offers competitive hourly pay, guaranteed shift hours, and dependable long-term stability with temp-to-perm pathways for dedicated drivers.

Hours: 45 – 50 hours per week (Day shifts, evening runs, and 4-on/4-off rotas available)

Start Date: Immediate starts available following standard site induction

Safe Transport: Reefer trailer trunking, supermarket RDC deliveries, and food distribution runs across Essex, East Anglia, London, and national hubs

Vehicle Checks: Conducting daily pre-trip walk-around safety inspections and monitoring trailer refrigeration temperatures

Compliance: Ensuring strict adherence to temperature integrity protocols, EU Drivers’ Hours, Working Time Directive (WTD), and digital tachograph rules

Documentation: Accurate handling of temperature log sheets, electronic delivery manifests, and Proof of Delivery (POD) sign-offs

Requirements

Licence & Cards: Valid UK HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) licence, Driver CPC qualification card, and Digital Tachograph card

Experience:Proven commercial Class 1 driving experience, a valid licence with no more than 6 minor points, and strictly no DR, DD, or IN endorsements.

Clean Record: Maximum 6 penalty points (strictly no DR/DD/IN endorsement codes)

Professional Standards: High standards of road safety, punctuality, and careful vehicle handling

Working Hours: Typical shifts run 10 paid hours, with regular overtime opportunities available.

Support: Dedicated transport coordinator and on-call planning team