HGV Class 1 driver

The-Best-Connection-Employment-Group; Buckingham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing work through 2026

CPC training available

Personal accident insurance optional

Job summary

The Best Connection Buckingham is seeking an HGV Class 1 driver to support nationwide logistics operations. This temp-to-perm role offers daytime shifts starting at 06:00 and a standard rate of £17.00 per hour. Successful candidates will transport food products to stores, handle manual loads, and ensure loads are secure.

Two years’ experience and a clean points record are required. Ongoing work through 2026 with CPC training available and optional personal accident insurance.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Van Driving (Category C+E) Licence.
• CPC and Digi Card valid and up to date.
• Comfortable working on highways and in physically demanding environments.
• Must have 2 years of driving experience.
• Maximum 6 points accepted (No DD/ DR/DG/BA/CD/TT99 offences).

Responsibilities

• Transportation of food products to stores in a careful manner.
• Manual handling via handball and pump truck required.
• Ensuring your load is safe and secure.
• Completion of delivery device.

Skills

Driving Licence (Van)

CPC Card

Digi Card

Job description

HGV Class 1 driver (JN -082025-9512) Buckingham, England

Salary: GBP17 - GBP17 per hour

HGV Class 1 Drivers

Milton Keynes (UK-wide work required)

£17.00 per hour | Temp to perm positions available

The Best Connection are currently recruiting for Class 1 drivers to support our clients with their global logistics and supply chain company that operates both freight management and contract logistics. This is a opportunity with excellent earning potential and long-term prospects.

About the Role:

HGV Class 1 Driver - Main duties and requirements are:

• Transportation of food products to stores in a careful manner
• Manual handling via handball and pump truck required
• Ensuring your load is safe and secure
• Completion of delivery device
• Must have 2 years experience
• Maximum 6 points accepted ( No DD/ DR/DG / BA/CD/TT99 offences)

Working Hours:

• Day shifts are Monday to Friday
• Start times are 06:00
• Flexibility of different shifts is required

Pay:

• Standard rate of £17.00 per hour

What We're Looking For:

• Valid Van Driving (Category C+E) Licence
• Valid CPC and Digi Cardx
• Comfortable working on highways and in physically demanding environments

Why Join The Best Connection?

• Ongoing work through 2026
• NEWPerks at Work Scheme
• CPC training available
• Personal accident insurance optional

About Us:

The Best Connection has been a trusted UK recruiter since 1991, with 70+ branches nationwide, specialising in driving, industrial, and logistics roles.