HGV Class 1 Driver

Workchain; Stonehouse; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£17 per hour

Minimum eight hours paid

Paid every Wednesday

Overtime available

Permanent employment

Job summary

Workchain is seeking an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver for permanent day shifts in Stonehouse. You will perform trunking work, drive curtainsider vehicles, secure loads with straps, and conduct pre-departure checks in a reliable daytime role with overtime potential.

This permanent position offers steady hours, weekly pay and local employment opportunities with paid hours per shift. Candidates must have a valid class 1 licence and prior trunking experience.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid HGV Class 1 driving licence.
• Experience with trunking work.
• Experience operating curtainsider trailers.
• Competence in using load straps and securing freight safely.
• Good understanding of driver safety and legal compliance.

Responsibilities

• Complete trunking work safely and efficiently.
• Drive and operate curtainsider vehicles.
• Secure loads correctly using load straps.
• Carry out vehicle and load checks before departure.
• Follow delivery instructions, site procedures and road safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate professionally with operational teams.

Skills

HGV Class 1 licence

Trunking experience

Curtainsider operation

Load strap usage

Safety compliance

Independent work

Tools

Curtainsider trailers

Load straps

Job description

HGV Class 1 Driver
Location: Stonehouse
Pay: £17 per hour
Job type: Permanent, full-time
Shift: Days
The company is seeking an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver to support its transport and warehouse operations in Stonehouse. This is a permanent opportunity offering reliable daytime work, overtime potential and a minimum of eight paid hours per shift.

About the company

The company operates in the logistics sector, providing road freight, warehousing and wider supply chain services. Its work supports the movement and handling of goods through coordinated transport and logistics operations, with a focus on dependable service and efficient delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Complete trunking work safely and efficiently
• Drive and operate curtainsider vehicles
• Secure loads correctly using load straps
• Carry out vehicle and load checks before departure
• Follow delivery instructions, site procedures and road safety requirements
• Maintain accurate records and communicate professionally with operational teams

Skills and qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 1 driving licence
• Previous experience with trunking work
• Experience operating curtainsider trailers
• Competence in using load straps and securing freight safely
• Good understanding of driver safety and legal compliance
• Reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach
• Ability to work independently and meet planned schedules

Benefits

• £17 per hour
• Minimum eight hours paid
• Paid every Wednesday
• Overtime available
• Permanent employment opportunity
• Local employment opportunity