HGV Class 1 Driver

Qube Recruitment; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Maidstone is seeking experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers for ongoing, clean trunking work. The role requires a valid Class 1 licence, CPC, and Digital Tachograph Card. Drivers will complete routes between depots and customer sites while ensuring compliance with safety standards. The position offers consistent weekly pay and the use of a modern, well-maintained fleet, appealing to reliable drivers with a professional attitude.

Benefits

Ongoing consistent work

Weekly pay

Modern fleet and supportive team

Qualifications

• Valid Category C+E (Class 1) licence.
• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Maximum of 6 penalty points (minor offences only).
• Previous Class 1 trunking experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete Class 1 trunking routes between depots and customer hubs.
• Carry out pre- and post-shift vehicle checks.
• Ensure loads are secured safely and correctly.
• Accurately complete all paperwork and digital logs.

Skills

Driver compliance understanding

Transport operations reliability

Job description

Job Description

Contract Type: Ongoing / Full-time

About the Role

We’re looking for experienced HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) Trunking Drivers to join our professional logistics team. This is clean, easy trunking work — no handball, no multidrop — moving trailers or cages between depots and customer sites.

You’ll be operating modern, well-maintained vehicles for a respected logistics company, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable transport operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete Class 1 trunking routes between depots and customer hubs.
• Carry out pre- and post-shift vehicle checks to company and DVSA standards.
• Ensure loads are secured safely and correctly.
• Accurately complete all paperwork and digital logs.
• Comply with all tachograph, driver hours, and Working Time Directive regulations.
• Maintain a professional and courteous manner with colleagues and customers.

Requirements

• Valid Category C+E (Class 1) licence.
• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Maximum of 6 penalty points (minor offences only).
• Previous Class 1 trunking experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of driver compliance and safety standards.
• Reliable, responsible, and professional attitude.

What’s on Offer

• Ongoing, consistent work available.
• Clean trunking work – no handball.
• Weekly pay.
• Modern, well-maintained fleet and supportive transport team.