HGV Class 1 Driver

Castle Employment Agency Ltd; Goole; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overnight allowance

Dedicated tractor unit

Recently acquired fleet

Tractor units with fridge and storage

Salary sacrifice pension

Job summary

Castle Employment Agency Ltd in Goole is seeking an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver for a permanent, salaried role. The position involves multi-drop deliveries across mainland UK and regular nights away, with an average of up to 48 hours per week over a 17-week reference period.

The role includes carrying out vehicle checks, completing delivery documentation, and communicating with planning to manage delays. A dedicated tractor unit and a range of benefits accompany a £41,000 per annum salary.

Qualifications

• Experience as an HGV Class 1 Driver for multi-drop deliveries.
• Comfortable with regular nights away from home.
• Ability to work toward tight schedules and hours.

Responsibilities

• Completing planned multi-drop delivery routes safely and efficiently.
• Carrying out vehicle checks and ensuring full roadworthiness and legal compliance.
• Checking and completing delivery documentation.
• Maintaining communication with the Planning team regarding delays or delivery issues.
• Ensuring compliance with UK/EU Drivers' Hours and Working Time regulations.
• Maintaining a professional standard when representing the business at customer sites.

Skills

HGV Class 1 driving

Multi-drop deliveries

Night work readiness

Job description

HGV Class 1 Driver

Goole | £41,000 per annum | Permanent | Monday-Friday

I am recruiting for an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver to join an established manufacturing business based in Goole.

This is a permanent, salaried position offering £41,000 per annum, alongside an overnight allowance for nights away and a strong benefits package.

The role

You will be responsible for multi-drop deliveries across mainland UK, pulling tautliners and delivering products to customer sites, as well as collecting empty IBCs.

The position involves typically 2 nights out per week, occasionally 3, so applicants must be comfortable with regular nights away from home.

Hours will vary depending on order volumes but will average no more than 48 hours per week over a 17-week reference period.

Day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Completing planned multi-drop delivery routes safely and efficiently
• Carrying out vehicle checks and ensuring full roadworthiness and legal compliance
• Checking and completing delivery documentation
• Maintaining communication with the Planning team regarding delays or delivery issues
• Ensuring compliance with UK/EU Drivers' Hours and Working Time regulations
• Maintaining a professional standard when representing the business at customer sites

What's on offer

• £41,000 annual salary
• Monday-Friday working
• Overnight allowance
• Dedicated tractor unit
• Recently acquired fleet
• Tractor units equipped with fridge, microwave and additional storage
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Company sick pay
• Health and wellbeing scheme
• Employee discounts
• Free on-site parking

This would suit an experienced Class 1 Driver who is comfortable with multi-drop work and regular nights away and is looking for a permanent position with an established business.