HGV Class 1 Driver

People Solutions; North Elmsall; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

On-site parking

Permanent opportunity

Well-being programme

Paid induction

Competitive hourly rates

Job summary

People Solutions are recruiting an experienced HGV Class 1 Night Driver for South Elmsall, Pontefract. You will conduct trunk runs, operate Class 1 vehicles and complete daily vehicle checks in line with safety standards.

Shifts are Sunday to Saturday with start times between 21:00 and 23:30, and hourly pay rates of £21.05–£25.60. The role offers ongoing work with potential to become permanent, plus paid induction and continued training.

Qualifications

• Valid UK CE licence (HGV Class 1).
• Minimum 12 months experience driving CE vehicles.
• Valid Driver CPC.
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• Maximum of six penalty points with no major endorsements (IN, DR, DD, TT).
• Excellent timekeeping and communication skills.
• Professional and reliable work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Conduct trunk runs safely and efficiently.
• Operate Class 1 vehicles in line with procedures and regulations.
• Complete daily vehicle checks.
• Keep vehicle clean and well presented.
• Safely load and secure all goods before departure.
• Adhere to health, safety and compliance standards.

Skills

CE Licence (HGV Class 1)

12 months experience CE

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Penalty points ≤6

Timekeeping

Communication

Professional attitude

Job description

HGV Class 1 Night Driver - South Elmsall, Pontefract

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV Class 1 Night Driver - South Elmsall, Pontefract to join our well-established retail client based in South Elmsall, Pontefract.

This is an excellent opportunity offering competitive night rates of pay, ongoing work and the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. This role would suit candidates with previous experience as an LGV Class 1 Driver, CE Driver, C+E Driver or Articulated Lorry Driver.

£21.05 - £25.60 Per Hour | Ongoing Work | Potential Permanent Opportunity | Paid Induction

Shifts

• Sunday to Saturday operation
• Working pattern will include one weekend shift
• Start times between 9:00pm and 11:30pm

Rates of Pay

• Sunday to Thursday nights: £21.05 per hour
• Friday nights: £23.05 per hour
• Saturday nights: £25.60 per hour

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Competitive hourly rates
• On-site parking
• Ongoing work with the potential to become permanent
• Employee well-being programme
• Paid classroom induction

Day-to-Day Duties

• Conducting trunk runs safely and efficiently
• Operating Class 1 vehicles in line with company procedures and road transport regulations
• Completing daily vehicle checks
• Ensuring the vehicle is kept clean and well presented
• Safely loading and securing all goods before departure
• Adhering to all health, safety and compliance standards

Essential Skills

• Valid UK Category CE Licence (HGV Class 1)
• Minimum of 12 months' experience driving Category CE vehicles
• Valid Driver CPC
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card
• Maximum of six penalty points with no major endorsement codes such as IN, DR, DD or TT
• Excellent timekeeping and communication skills
• Professional and reliable work ethic

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working for a retail haulier would be advantageous but is not essential

Training Provided

• All drivers must successfully complete a driving assessment
• Two-day paid classroom induction
• Further training alongside a core driver following successful completion of the assessment and induction
• Ongoing industry-related training and support throughout your assignment