HGV Class 1 Driver

Wolviston Management Services Ltd; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolviston Management Services are supporting an established transport operation based in Teesside, recruiting an experienced HGV Container Driver for day shifts. Based in Teesside/Middlesbrough, you will transport containers between ports, depots and customer sites across the North East and wider UK, with a focus on safety and accuracy in paperwork and vehicle maintenance.

The role requires container haulage experience, a valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence, CPC, and tachograph card, and offers day

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence.
• Container haulage experience is essential.
• Must hold CPC and tachograph cards.
• No more than 6 penalty points and no DD/DR/IN10 endorsements.
• Strong knowledge of driver hours and transport regulations.

Responsibilities

• Collect and deliver shipping containers to ports and customer sites.
• Secure loads and comply with safety regulations.
• Complete delivery documentation accurately.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Ensure compliance with Driver Hours and Working Time Directive.

Skills

HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence

Container haulage experience

CPC qualification

Digital Tachograph card

Clean driving licence (≤6 points)

Driver Hours knowledge

Communication skills

Job description

Location: Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire

Contract Type: Contract or Temp

Closing Date: Sep 2nd, 2026

Ref: 1676378

HGV Class 1 Driver

Location: Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire

Contract Type: Contract or Temp

Closing Date: Sep 2nd, 2026

Ref: 1676378

HGV Driver (Days)

Location: Teesside

Hours: Monday to Friday - Day Shifts (Early Starts)

Wolviston Management Services are delighted to be supporting our client in the search for an experienced HGV Container Driver to join their established transport operation based in Teesside.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional and reliable driver with proven container experience to become part of a well-organised and safety-focused logistics team, operating across ports and customer sites throughout the North East and wider UK.

About the Role

As an HGV Container Driver, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of shipping containers between ports, depots, and customer locations. Working day shifts, you will ensure deliveries are completed on time, paperwork is accurate, and vehicles are maintained to the highest standards.

This role requires previous container haulage experience and a strong understanding of port procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Collection and delivery of shipping containers to and from port facilities and customer sites
• Ensuring loads are secured correctly and transported in line with safety regulations
• Completing all relevant delivery documentation accurately
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects promptly
• Maintaining compliance with Driver Hours and Working Time Directive regulations
• Representing the business professionally when liaising with customers and port authorities

Candidate Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence
• Proven container haulage experience (essential)
• Valid CPC qualification
• Valid Digital Tachograph card
• No more than 6 penalty points
• No DD, DR or IN10 endorsements
• Strong knowledge of driver hours and road transport legislation
• Good communication skills and a professional approach

What We're Looking For

• A dependable and safety-conscious driver
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• Experience working within busy port or container environments
• A team player who takes pride in maintaining high standards

If you are an experienced container driver based in Teesside and looking for a stable day shift role with a reputable employer, we would be keen to speak with you.

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Stockton-on-Tees Office

Wolviston House, 5 Falcon Court

Preston Farm

Stockton-on-Tees

Cleveland

TS18 3TS