HGV Class 1 Driver
Blue Arrow
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Job summary
Blue Arrow Recruitment, in partnership with XPO Logistics, is seeking experienced Class 1 (C+E) HGV drivers for Widnes (WA8). The role involves regional store deliveries, safety checks, and strong customer service. Flexible day, night and weekend shifts with pre-booked work offer steady opportunity.
Pay rates under PAYE start from £17.56/hr (days), £19.64/hr (nights) with higher rates on weekends and bank holidays; regular work and modern fleet provided by a leading logistics provider.
Qualifications
- UK Class 1 (C+E) Driving Licence is required.
- Driver CPC Qualification Card is required.
- Digital Tachograph Card is required.
- Minimum 3 months' Class 1 driving experience.
Responsibilities
- Carrying out store deliveries in a Class 1 (C+E) vehicle.
- Conducting daily vehicle safety checks.
- Ensuring compliance with Driver Hours and Working Time Regulations.
- Maintaining accurate delivery paperwork.
- Delivering excellent customer service at delivery locations.
- Adhering to all health and safety procedures.
Skills
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Job description
Blue Arrow is recruiting experienced Class 1 (C+E) HGV Drivers on behalf of XPO Logistics for a busy logistics operation based in Widnes, Cheshire (WA8).
This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK's leading transport and logistics providers, offering ongoing work, competitive pay rates and flexible shift patterns. We are particularly interested in drivers seeking afternoon, night and weekend shifts, with regular pre-booked work available.
As a Class 1 Driver, you will be responsible for completing store deliveries across the region, ensuring goods are delivered safely, professionally and on time.
The role typically involves an average of 2 to 3 deliveries per shift, providing a good balance of driving and customer-facing responsibilities.
- Completing store deliveries in a Class 1 (C+E) vehicle
- Conducting daily vehicle safety checks
- Ensuring compliance with Driver Hours and Working Time Regulations
- Maintaining accurate delivery paperwork
- Delivering excellent customer service at delivery locations
- Adhering to all health and safety procedures
- Monday to Friday: £17.56 per hour
- Saturday & Sunday: £20.37 per hour
- Bank Holidays: £21.47 per hour
- Monday to Friday: £19.64 per hour
- Saturday & Sunday: £21.14 per hour
- Bank Holidays: £21.47 per hour
- Ongoing Class 1 driving work
- Immediate assessment availability
- Flexible shift patterns
- Pre-booked shifts
- Afternoon, night and weekend work available
- Competitive PAYE pay rates
- Modern vehicle fleet
- Opportunity to work with a leading logistics provider
- Dedicated support from Blue Arrow Recruitment
To be considered for this position, applicants must have:
- A valid UK Class 1 (C+E) Driving Licence
- Driver CPC Qualification Card
- Digital Tachograph Card
- A minimum of 3 months' Class 1 driving experience
- A professional and safety-focused approach to work
This role is based in Widnes (WA8) and is easily accessible from:
- Liverpool
- Warrington
- Runcorn
- St Helens
- Wigan
- Prescot
- Skelmersdale
- South Liverpool
Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
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