HGV Class 1 Driver - Exeter

Jobs.co.uk; Exeter; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay (hourly)

Weekly pay

Pension (PAYE)

Shift flexibility

Onsite parking

Canteen facilities

Job summary

Royal Mail in Exeter is seeking an experienced HGV Class 1 driver to join a safe, professional trunking operation. You will move mail and parcels between depots on clean, pre-planned routes with no handballing and a focus on safety.

Shifts vary across mornings, evenings and weekends. A valid C+E licence, CPC, and DBS check are required; strong driving history and up-to-date tachograph knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Safe driving

Professional conduct

Route planning

Vetting readiness

Education

HGV Class 1 / C+E licence

CPC certificate

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

About The Role

Class 1 Driver - Exeter, based at Rewe with Pertemps Royal Mail, offers full-time, temporary-to-ongoing work. Pay ranges from £21.44 to £24.57 per hour. This position focuses on trunking runs between Royal Mail depots, moving mail and parcels across the network without handballing. Drivers handle clean, pre-planned routes with a strong emphasis on safety and professionalism. Shifts vary across mornings, evenings, and weekends, providing flexibility. Candidates need a valid C+E licence and a solid driving record. This role suits experienced professionals seeking consistent, reliable work within a major logistics operation.

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 you’re 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