HGV Class 1 Driver

People Solutions; Hyde; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Weekly pay

Consistent ongoing work

Free on-site parking

On-site canteen and vending facilities

Supportive and professional working环境

Job summary

People Solutions are recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Driver to join our well-established client based in Hyde, Manchester. This role offers consistent work and a professional environment with day and night shifts.

Competitive hourly rates: Days £17.50, Nights £18.50, and weekly pay. You will operate Category CE vehicles, deliver food to stores, complete pre-trip/post-trip inspections, and ensure loads are secured.

Qualifications

• Valid UK Category CE Driving Licence.
• Valid Driver CPC Qualification Card.
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• Minimum of two years' HGV Class 1 driving experience preferred.
• No more than six penalty points for minor offences (no IN10, DR10, or DD10).
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Professional, reliable, and safety-conscious approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operating Category CE vehicles
• Delivering food products to store locations
• Ensuring all loads are safely secured before departure
• Carrying out pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Reporting vehicle defects or issues promptly
• Completing deliveries in a timely and professional manner
• Communicating effectively with the transport office regarding delays or issues
• Complying with Driver Hours Regulations, the Working Time Directive, and UK road traffic legislation
• Completing all required paperwork and electronic records accurately

Skills

UK Category CE Licence

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

2+ years HGV1 experience

Strong communication

Safety-conscious

Job description

HGV Class 1 Driver - Hyde, Manchester

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Driver to join our well-established client based in Hyde, Manchester.

This is an excellent opportunity offering competitive rates of pay, consistent work, and a professional working environment.

This role would suit candidates with experience as an LGV Class 1 Driver, Category CE Driver or Articulated Lorry Driver.

Rates of Pay:

• Days: £17.50 per hour
• Nights: £18.50 per hour

Shift Pattern:

• Monday to Friday
• Day and night shifts available

Benefits:

Your benefits as an HGV Class 1 Driver are:

• Competitive hourly rates
• Weekly pay
• Consistent ongoing work
• Free on-site parking
• On-site canteen and vending facilities
• Supportive and professional working environment

Day-to-Day Duties:

As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will work:

• Safely and efficiently operating Category CE vehicles
• Delivering food products to store locations
• Ensuring all loads are safely secured before departure
• Carrying out pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Reporting vehicle defects or issues promptly
• Completing deliveries in a timely and professional manner
• Communicating effectively with the transport office regarding delays or issues
• Complying with Driver Hours Regulations, the Working Time Directive, and UK road traffic legislation
• Completing all required paperwork and electronic records accurately

Essential Skills:

To be successful as an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will need:

• A valid UK Category CE Driving Licence
• A valid Driver CPC Qualification Card
• A valid Digital Tachograph Card
• A minimum of two years' HGV Class 1 driving experience preferred
• No more than six penalty points for minor offences (no IN10, DR10, or DD10 endorsements)
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• A professional, reliable, and safety-conscious approach to work

Training:

• Paid site induction
• Full industry-related training
• Ongoing support throughout your assignment
• Experience handling double-decker trailers would be advantageous
• Additional training and support provided where required

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process