HGV Class 1 Driver

Blue Arrow; Gateshead; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Pre-booked shifts

Supportive team

Long term opportunity

Job summary

Blue Arrow is recruiting a HGV Class 1 Driver for an ongoing role in Gateshead (NE11) until Christmas. You will perform local collections and deliveries across the North East, with the class 1 pay rate guaranteed even if the vehicle size changes. The position features a modern fleet, telematics, and route planning tech.

Shifts run Monday to Friday, start times 09:00AM to 19:00PM, onsite parking, and a supportive, structured team environment intended for long-term opportunities.

Qualifications

• Full UK Class C+E Licence.
• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• 12 months plus on required licence.
• Licence: no more than 6 points; no DR/DG/CD/DD/BA.

Responsibilities

• Local collections and deliveries in the North East.
• Class 1 pay rate guaranteed when vehicle size changes.

Skills

HGV driving

Job description

Job Title: HGV Class 1 Driver

Contract Type: Ongoing role till Christmas

Positions Available: 1

Location: Gateshead - NE11

Pay Rates

• Monday - Friday: £16.36ph

Shift Patterns

• Shifts: Monday to Friday
• Start times: 09:00AM - 19:00PM

Job Role

• Local collections and deliveries in the North East - vehicle size may change from a class 1 to a lower category however class 1 pay rate is guaranteed

Vehicle & Equipment Info

• Modern fleet
• Telematics and route planning tech used

Requirements

• Full UK Class C+E Licence
• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• 12 months plus on required licence
• We cannot accept more than 6 points or DR/DG/CD/DD/BA on a licence.

Benefits & Perks

• Onsite parking
• Pre-booked shifts for work-life balance
• Supportive team and structured environment
• Long term opportunity

What Other Drivers Say

• "Supportive team, great trucks, and long-term opportunities"
• Many drivers stay long-term due to career growth and stability

We welcome applications from all backgrounds

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