HGV Class 1 Driver - Exeter

Royal Mail; Exeter; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Minimum daily hours

Weekly pay & pension

Onsite parking

Onsite canteen

Onsite Pertemps team

Job summary

Royal Mail in Exeter is seeking a safety‑focused HGV Driver (Class 1/C+E) for temporary/ongoing work. You will trunk mail and parcels between depots with diverse shifts available, maintaining high safety standards and professional conduct on every trip.

Applicants should hold a valid HGV Class 1/C+E licence for 1+ year, CPC and Digital Tachograph Card, with 180+ days recent Class 1 driving, and up to 6 penalty points. Onsite parking and a supportive Pertemps team are provided.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 1 / C+E licence held for 1+ years.
• CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• 180+ days of Class 1 driving in the last 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Transport mail and parcels between Royal Mail sites.
• Complete daily vehicle checks and maintain safety standards.
• Follow planned routes and scheduled delivery times.
• Represent Royal Mail professionally at all times.

Skills

HGV Class 1

CPC

Digital Tachograph

Road safety

Job description

HGV Class 1 Driver - Exeter

Date: 2026-09-19

Location: Heavitree, Devon, GB, EX1 3

Working Hours: Any

End Date: 2026-12-19T19:01:12.677

HGV Driver (Class 1 / C+E) Location: Exeter Pay: Up to £24.57 per hour Contract: Temporary / Ongoing

Step into a key role with one of the UK’s most trusted logistics organisations Royal Mail. We’re looking for safety-focused HGV / LGV / Class 1 (C+E) drivers to support nationwide operations and keep the country moving. If youre an experienced driver who values professionalism and reliability, this is a great opportunity to secure ongoing work with a leading employer.

The Role

You’ll carry out trunking runs between Royal Mail depots, transporting mail and parcels across the network. No handballing—just clean, organised, professional driving on planned routes. A variety of morning, evening, and weekend shifts are available.

Key Responsibilities

• Transport mail and parcels between Royal Mail sites
• Complete daily vehicle checks and maintain high safety standards
• Follow planned routes and scheduled delivery times
• Represent Royal Mail with professionalism at all times

What We’re Looking For

• Valid HGV Class 1 / C+E licence held for 1+ years
• CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Strong awareness of road safety and compliance
• 180+ days of Class 1 driving in the last 12 months
• Maximum 6 penalty points
• Ability to pass driver vetting and a DBS check

What You’ll Receive

• Excellent pay: £21.44–£24.57 per hour (shift dependent)
• Guaranteed minimum daily hours
• Weekly pay, accrued holiday pay & pension (PAYE)
• Opportunity to secure a preferred shift pattern after assessment
• Onsite parking and canteen facilities
• Support from a dedicated onsite Pertemps team