HGV Class 1 Driver

Driver Hire Northampton & Daventry; Corby; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in transport and logistics is seeking an HGV Class 1 Driver for a Temp to Perm role in Corby. The position offers a competitive pay rate of £17.93 per hour PAYE, with a permanent salary of £43,000 plus bonuses. Ideal candidates will have a valid C+E licence and at least two years of driving experience. Join a respected team that values professionalism and employee satisfaction.

Benefits

Holiday entitlement

Sick pay

Pension

Company credit card for night out expenses

Qualifications

• At least two years of Class 1 HGV driving experience with fewer than 6 penalty points.
• Valid driving license, digicard, and CPC card (preferably up-to-date).

Responsibilities

• Transport goods safely and efficiently from Corby to various customer sites.
• Covering palletised and handball deliveries and collections.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Safety-conscious mindset

Knowledge of UK roads

Education

CPC card

C+E licence (Class 1)

Job description

Job Title

HGV Class 1 (Temp to Perm)

Location

Corby

Commutable from

Northampton, Wellingborough, Kettering, Peterborough

Rate of Pay

• £17.93ph PAYE Advanced (including holiday pay)
• £16.00ph PAYE accrued holiday

Type of Role

Temp to Perm

Days & Shift Pattern

Monday - Friday, start time between 04:00 and 09:00

Salary When Permanent

£43,000 per annum plus additional bonuses and benefits, including nights out, holiday entitlement, sick pay, pension, and a company credit card for night out expenses. The role involves a 48-hour workweek and 33 days holiday (including bank holidays).

Full Description

As an HGV Driver, you will transport goods safely and efficiently from Corby to various customer sites, covering palletised and handball deliveries and collections. You may also be required to cover Class 2 deliveries. You will be allocated your own vehicle from a new fleet.

Skills & Qualifications

• Valid C+E licence (Class 1)
• At least two years of Class 1 HGV driving experience with fewer than 6 penalty points
• Valid driving license, digicard, and CPC card (preferably up-to-date)
• Physically fit for handball deliveries
• Excellent knowledge of UK roads
• Strong communication skills
• Customer service focus
• Safety-conscious mindset

Why Work with Driver Hire

We are part of Driver Hire Nationwide, the UK's largest transport and logistics recruiter, offering ongoing and varied work. We value professionalism, respect, and employee satisfaction, with high ratings in our latest survey.

Interested in Applying?

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