Hgv Class 1 Driver

Driver Hire Northampton Ltd; Great Harrowden; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SNAP parking account

Night out allowance £26

Parking/toll reimbursement

Regular curtainsider work

Job summary

Driver Hire Northampton Ltd is seeking an experienced Class 1 HGV tramper driver to join our busy transport operation. You will drive Class 1 articulated vehicles, transport palletised goods, and cover routes between the Midlands and the South Coast with overnight stays in the vehicle.

Typical start times 05:00–08:00 with flexibility. PAYE rates £17.00 per hour and £19.05 advanced, minimum 8 hours daily, weekly hours typically 45–55, with night out allowance and parking/toll reimbursements where

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 (C+E) licence
• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Good understanding of drivers' hours and Working Time Regulations
• Professional and customer-focused attitude
• Reliable, flexible and safety-conscious approach

Responsibilities

• Drive Class 1 articulated vehicles with curtainsider trailers
• Transport palletised goods
• Collection and delivery work between the Midlands and the South Coast
• Tramping with regular overnight stays in the vehicle
• Minimal handball involved

Skills

Class 1/C+E licence

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Hours knowledge (WTR)

Professional attitude

Job description

Class 1 HGV Tramper Driver

Join Our Growing Transport Team

We are currently recruiting experienced and reliable Class 1 Tramper Drivers to join our busy operation. If you're looking for regular work, modern equipment, and a straightforward driving role with minimal manual handling, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

• Driving Class 1 articulated vehicles with curtainsider trailers
• Transporting palletised goods
• Collection and delivery work primarily between the Midlands and the South Coast
• Tramping throughout the week with regular overnight stays in the vehicle
• Minimal handball involved, allowing you to focus on the job you do best

Start Times

• Typical start times range between 05:00 and 08:00
• Flexibility is required as start times may vary depending on operational requirements

Pay & Benefits

• £17.00ph PAYE, £19.05ph PAYE Advanced (inc. holiday pay)
• Minimum 8 hours paid per day
• Weekly hours typically range from 45 to 55 hours
• Flat rate pay structure with overtime rarely required
• £26 night out allowance
• Access to a SNAP parking account
• Parking fees and toll charges reimbursed where necessary (receipts required)

What We’re Looking For

• Valid Class 1 (C+E) Licence
• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Good understanding of drivers' hours and Working Time Regulations
• Professional and customer-focused attitude
• Reliable, flexible, and safety-conscious approach to work

Why Join Us?

• Regular curtainsider work with palletised freight
• Minimal manual handling
• Consistent routes between the Midlands and South Coast
• Supportive transport team
• Competitive earnings and overnight allowances