HGV Class 1 Driver

AWI Civitas; Norwich; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

AWI Civitas in Norwich is seeking reliable HGV Class 1 drivers for high-volume distribution and regional logistics. The role is based in Norwich with direct access to major corridors; shifts are 45–50 hours per week including day shifts, night trunks, and 4-on/4-off patterns.

Starting immediately after site induction and driver assessment, you will handle depot-to-depot trunking and palletised freight movements across Norfolk, East Anglia, and national networks, while maintaining compliance with

Qualifications

• Valid UK HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) licence, Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph card.
• Proven commercial Class 1 driving experience with a clean licence (max 6 points, no DR/DD/IN).
• Max 6 penalty points, no endorsements DR/DD/IN.

Responsibilities

• Depot-to-depot trunking and inter-hub freight movements across Norfolk, East Anglia and nationally.
• Conduct pre-trip safety checks and log vehicle/trailer defects.
• Adhere to load security, Drivers’ Hours, WTD, and tachograph rules.

Skills

HGV Class 1 driving experience

Job description

Norwich, United Kingdom | Posted on 16/08/2026

We are seeking reliable and experienced HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) Drivers for high-volume distribution and regional logistics operations based in Norwich. Situated with direct, easy access to the A47, A11, and A1270 Broadland Northway corridors, this role offers guaranteed shift hours and dependable long-term stability with temp-to-perm pathways for dedicated drivers.

Hours: 45 – 50 hours per week (Day shifts, night trunks, and 4-on/4-off patterns available)

Start Date: Immediate starts available following standard site induction and driver assessment

Safe Transport: Depot-to-depot trunking, scheduled RDC drop-offs, and inter-hub palletised freight movements across Norfolk, East Anglia, and national networks

Vehicle Checks: Conducting mandatory pre-trip walk-around safety checks and logging any vehicle/trailer defects

Compliance: Ensuring strict adherence to load security guidelines, EU Drivers’ Hours regulations, Working Time Directive (WTD), and digital tachograph rules

Documentation: Accurate handling of consignment notes, delivery manifests, and digital Proof of Delivery (POD) sign-offs

Requirements

Licence & Cards: Valid UK HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) licence, Driver CPC qualification card, and Digital Tachograph card

Proven commercial Class 1 driving experience, a valid licence with no more than 6 minor points, and strictly no DR, DD, or IN endorsements.

Clean Record: Maximum 6 penalty points (strictly no DR/DD/IN endorsement codes)

Professional Standards: High standards of road safety, punctuality, and defensive driving

Working Hours: Typical shifts run 8 to 10 paid hours, with regular overtime opportunities available.

Support: Dedicated transport coordinator and on-call planning team