HGV Class 1 Driver

AWI Civitas; Norwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

AWI Civitas in Norwich seeks reliable HGV Class 1 drivers for high-volume distribution and regional logistics operations. The role offers guaranteed shift hours with 45–50 hours per week and 4-on/4-off patterns, with immediate starts after induction and assessment.

Responsibilities include depot-to-depot trunking, updating delivery manifests, and ensuring compliance with tachograph rules and load security. Punctuality and road safety are essential, with strong service to RDCs and national

Qualifications

• Defensive driving mindset
• Punctual and reliable
• Safety conscious
• Ability to perform pre-trip checks

Responsibilities

• Depot-to-depot trunking and regional freight movements across Norfolk, East Anglia and national networks
• Conduct mandatory pre-trip walk-around safety checks and log defects
• Adhere to load security guidelines, EU Drivers’ Hours, WTD and tachograph rules
• Accurate handling of delivery manifests, consignment notes and POD sign-offs

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