HGV Class 1 Driver- Days and Nights Available

Aligra; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Drop and swap system

No handball duties

Job summary

Aligra is seeking an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver for our Castle Donnington site. The role offers day and night shifts with a drop and swap system, no handball duties, and a supportive logistics team.

You will drive safely on scheduled routes across Castle Donnington and surrounding areas, delivering goods with time and safety compliance at the forefront. Flexible start times and competitive pay are highlighted, making it a strong step for drivers looking for stable work with good career

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 1 licence with a clean driving record.
• Experience in HGV driving, preferably with drop and swap.
• Willingness to work flexible day or night shifts.
• Strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Safely operating an HGV Class 1 vehicle on scheduled delivery routes around Castle Donnington and surrounding areas.
• Ensuring timely and efficient delivery of goods, adhering to all traffic and safety regulations.
• Maintaining vehicle safety checks before and after shifts and reporting defects or incidents promptly.
• Coordinating with warehouse teams to ensure smooth drop and swap handovers.

Skills

HGV Class 1 licence

Clean driving record

Drop and swap experience

Flexible schedule

Job description

HGV Class 1 Driver – Castle Donnington

Are you an experienced or new HGV Class 1 driver looking for a rewarding role with flexible day and night shifts? Join our client’s busy logistics team based in Castle Donnington, where you’ll benefit from drop and swap working with no handball. This role offers excellent pay and a chance to work for a well-established company with great career prospects.

Have you worked for employers like Wincanton, Eddie Stobart, or DHL? If so, this could be the perfect next step for you!

Why you’ll love this role:

• Competitive pay: £200-£230 for the first 12 hours, then £17.50-£19 per hour after that
• Flexible shifts available — Pick your start times!
• Drop and swap system — minimising downtime and maximising your driving time
• No handball duties — focus purely on driving and deliveries
• Work in a supportive, professional environment with a leading logistics provider

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Safely operating an HGV Class 1 vehicle on scheduled delivery routes around Castle Donnington and surrounding areas
• Ensuring timely and efficient delivery of goods, adhering to all traffic and safety regulations
• Performing vehicle safety checks before and after shifts to maintain vehicle standardsReporting any vehicle defects or incidents promptly to management
• Maintaining accurate delivery logs and paperwork
• Coordinating with warehouse teams to ensure smooth drop and swap handovers

What we’re looking for:

• Valid HGV Class 1 licence with a clean driving record
• Proven experience in a similar HGV driving role, preferably with drop and swap experience
• Ability to work flexible day or night shifts
• Strong focus on safety and compliance with transport regulations
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude