HGV Class 1 Driver

People Solutions; Kingswood; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Training provided

Immediate starts available

Ongoing work

Job summary

People Solutions are recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Driver to join our well-established client in Swindon. This role offers adhoc and weekend work with excellent pay, ongoing availability, and genuine opportunities for progression within the team.

You will drive C+E vehicles, use the RELAY app, and perform pre- and post-journey checks. You must have a UK Category C+E licence with CPC and Tachograph cards, 12 months’ experience, good English, and be able to load/unload when required.

Qualifications

• Valid UK Category C+E Driving Licence.
• Minimum 12 months' experience driving C+E vehicles.
• No more than six penalty points for minor offences.
• Valid UK Driver CPC Card and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Good spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Use of RELAY app for job updates and communication.
• Carrying out pre- and post-journey vehicle inspections.
• Ensuring all goods are loaded and secured correctly.
• Adhering to UK traffic laws and transport regulations.
• Communicating effectively with the transport office and customers.

Skills

Valid UK Category C+E Driving Licence

Good spoken and written English

Punctuality & timekeeping

Tools

RELAY app

Job description

HGV Class 1 Driver – Trailer work

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

This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay, ongoing work, and genuine opportunities for growth and progression.

This role is ideal for an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for adhoc or weekend work.

This position is ideal for applicants looking for a role as a LGV Class 1 Driver, CE Driver or Articulated Lorry Driver.

Shifts

• ADHOC and weekends available
• AM starts between 04:00 – 08:00

Pay rate: £16.66 per hour

Benefits

As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will receive:

• Excellent hourly rates
• Ongoing work
• Weekly pay
• Training provided
• Immediate starts available

Day-to-Day Duties

As an HGV Class 1 Driver, your duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Use of RELAY app
• Carrying out pre- and post-journey vehicle inspections
• Ensuring all goods are loaded and secured correctly
• Adhering to UK traffic laws and transport regulations
• Communicating effectively with the transport office and customers
• Reporting any vehicle defects or maintenance requirements
• Assisting with loading and unloading when required

Essential Skills

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

• Valid UK Category C+E Driving Licence
• Minimum of 12 months' experience driving C+E vehicles
• No more than six penalty points for minor offences (no major endorsement codes)
• Valid UK Driver CPC Card and Digital Tachograph Card
• Good spoken and written English
• Excellent punctuality and timekeeping
• Strong understanding of UK road traffic laws
• Effective communication skills

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience driving commercial vehicles

Training Provided

• Driver assessment required prior to starting
• One-day paid induction following a successful assessment
• Ongoing industry-related training and support

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