HGV Class 1 Driver

The Best Connection Group Limited; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is currently hiring HGV Class 1 Drivers for a well-respected snack food manufacturer in the East Midlands. The position offers flexible shifts, competitive pay (£16.50 per hour for days and £18.00 for nights), and an average of 50 hours per week. Candidates must possess a full UK driving licence with C+E entitlement, a valid Driver Qualification Card, and a valid Digital Tachograph Card. Other benefits include 28 days paid annual leave pro-rata and the possibility of permanent positions after a successful qualifying period.

Benefits

Ongoing temporary assignments

Pension contribution

28 days Paid Annual Leave

Qualifications

• Hold a full UK driving licence with C+E entitlement.
• Possess a valid Driver Qualification Card.
• Have a valid Digital Tachograph Card.

Responsibilities

• Check the vehicle regularly and report any issues.
• Drive safely and follow all traffic laws.
• Deliver goods on time, in full, and to the correct address.

Skills

Driving safely

Communication with customers

Route optimization

Education

Full UK driving licence with category C+E entitlement

Valid Driver Qualification Card (Driver CPC)

Valid Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

LGV C+E - LE4 Area

The Best Connection Group Ltd are currently recruiting with one of the UK's largest transport operators on behalf of a well-respected snack food manufacturer based in the Beaumont Leys area.

We're looking for HGV Class 1 Drivers to work across all 7 days working on Days or Nights.

A typical day will consist of two / three drops, all to RDC's and averages around 50 hours a week.

There is no Handball required in this role.

Job Type

• Ongoing
• Flexible shift pattern to suit

Pay Rates & Shifts

• £16.50 per hour for Days and £18.00 for Nights
• Shift starts are around the clock to suit
• Shifts across 7 days
• Average shifts are 10 hours per day

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence with category C+E entitlement
• A valid Driver Qualification Card (Driver CPC)
• A valid Digital Tachograph Card
• No more than 6 current penalty points
• No DR, DG, DD, BA, CD, AC, LC or TT99 endorsements with a conviction date within the previous 5 years

Responsibilities of a Delivery Driver

• Check the vehicle regularly and report any issues
• Drive safely and follow all traffic laws
• Use GPS or maps to find the best routes
• Deliver goods on time, in full and to the correct address
• Communicate politely with customers
• Report delays, accidents, or problems to your manager

Other benefits of working for The Best Connection Group Limited includes

• Ongoing temporary assignments
• Opportunity for permanent positions after a successful qualifying period
• 28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holidays and not rolled into the salary)
• Weekly pay
• Perks at Work scheme
• Online payslips
• Pension contribution