HGV Class 1 Driver

UDP; Leyland; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job security

Weekend uplift

Holiday + bank holidays

Health and wellbeing benefits

Bonus perks and discounts

Free training and skill growth

Job summary

Roocroft Road Restraints Systems is seeking a dedicated HGV Class 1 Driver to join our highway maintenance team. You will deliver plant and barrier materials to various sites, operating across day and night shifts and staying compliant with safety standards.

The role requires a valid Class 1 licence, Digi card, Driver CPC, and HIAB experience, with flexibility to work away when needed. A CSCS card and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Valid UK HGV Class 1 licence.
• Digi card and full Driver CPC.
• 2–5 years’ HGV driving experience.
• No more than 6 penalty points.
• Experience transporting plant or machinery.
• Skilled in using ratchet straps.
• CSCS Health and Safety card.
• Punctual and good communication skills.
• Flexibility to work days, nights and weekends; occasional away work.
• Grab and Hiab experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver plant and safety barrier materials to sites safely and on time.
• Operate within highway maintenance projects, installing crash and concrete barriers.
• Work across day and night shifts; assist with loading/unloading when required.
• Maintain compliance with safety protocols and log driving hours.

Skills

Class 1 licence

Digi card

Driver CPC

HGV experience

Penalty points ≤6

Plant/machinery transport

Ratchet straps

CSCS card

Communication skills

Shift flexibility

Hiab experience

Tools

HIAB equipment

Job description

Join our team as an HGV Class 1 Driver

Must have HIAB experience and be flexible to work away if and when required.

Join our team as an HGV Class 1 Driver
Must have HIAB experience and be flexible to work away if and when required.

Location:

Leyland PR26

Seeking to join a forward-thinking team where your expertise and commitment are genuinely valued?

Benefits

• Job Security: We provide long-term career opportunities. With a strong pipeline of projects and a reputation for excellence in the industry
• Weekend uplift - Saturday 1 and 1/2 & Sundays double time
• Relax and Recharge: 21-day holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays
• Health and Wellbeing: Life Assurance - with 24/7 GP appointments, free physio and counselling for you and your family
• Bonus perks - Save an average of £400 per year with Fill Your Boots Rewards with EAP, discounts on shopping, tips on exercises, etc
• Complimentary Training: We offer free training with the opportunity to increase your pay and grow your skills!

The general hours of work paid are a minimum 40 hours per week, guaranteed. You must be flexible to work days, nights and weekends as shift patterns can vary week to week. Overtime paid for nights and weekends (when working away, any overnight allowance plus accommodation is paid)

Why work for Roocroft Road Restraints Systems?

Roocroft Road Restraint Systems has been a trusted name in the industry since 1978, known for delivering high-quality road safety solutions across the UK. As an industry leader in vehicle restraint systems, slipform concrete, and fencing, Roocroft offers employees the chance to be part of impactful infrastructure projects that improve public safety and mobility.

About The Role Of HGV Driver

This is a full-time, hands-on role ideal for someone with a background in construction or agriculture who enjoys variety and responsibility in their work.

Working within the highway maintenance environment, you will be part of a team installing crash barriers and concrete barriers around the motorway network.

You’ll be responsible for the safe and timely delivery of plant and safety barrier materials to and from various sites. The role involves both day and night shifts, depending on workload, and requires a level of physical fitness to assist with loading and unloading.

What We’re Looking For

We’re after someone who not only holds an HGV class 1 licence but also brings a positive, can-do attitude to the job. Here’s what makes a great candidate:

Must-Haves

• Valid Class 1 licence
• Eligibility to work in the UK, unsponsored
• Digi card and full Driver CPC
• 2–5 years’ HGV driving experience
• No more than 6 penalty points
• Experience transporting plant or machinery
• Skilled in using ratchet straps
• CSCS Health and Safety card
• Punctual, with strong communication skills
• Flexibility to work shift patterns – days, nights and weekends (on occasion, working away is required)
• Grab and Hiab experience

If you’re a dependable driver who takes pride in your work and enjoys being part of a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you!

We welcome applications from women, veterans, and individuals from all backgrounds. In line with our commitment to inclusive recruitment, we guarantee an interview to all applicants who meet the core criteria for the role.

Roocroft recognises that a diverse workforce—encompassing a broad spectrum of people, skills, and cultural backgrounds—enhances the quality and breadth of perspectives, insights, and experiences within the organisation. In line with this belief, we are firmly committed to being an equal opportunity employer, upholding the principles of diversity and inclusion, and opposing all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination. Should you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, we encourage you to inform us so that appropriate arrangements can be made.