HGV Class 1 Driver - Monday to Friday Days

Lockwood Group; Sawmills; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium Fleet

Fully Funded CPC training

Workplace pension scheme

PPE and uniform provided

28 days annual leave

Free on-site parking

Job summary

The Lockwood Group is seeking professional HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers for its Ambergate team and nationwide UK operations. You will drive a premium fleet, complete electronic POD checks, and work with a dedicated Transport team to ensure on-time deliveries.

Role includes a 44-hour basic week, training opportunities (including ADR and FLT), and a competitive salary with potential bonuses. Benefits include pension, PPE, and 28 days’ annual leave.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence, CPC and Digi card.
• Knowledge of Tachograph and WTD rules.
• Reliable, punctual and flexible with strong customer service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver goods in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain excellent customer service.
• Communicate promptly with the Transport team.
• Use electronic POD devices and perform electronic walk-around checks (training provided).

Skills

Verbal communication

Customer service

Reliability

Punctuality

Flexibility

Education

HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence

CPC

Digi card

Tools

Tachograph

Job description

The Lockwood Group - Ambergate & Nationwide UK Sites

The Lockwood Group is a dynamic, forward-thinking, family-run business established in 1965. Today, we are proud to support over 400 employees across 8 UK sites, operating in UK transport, distribution, storage, frozen food production, and co-packing solutions.

We are currently looking for professional HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers to join our Ambergate team. We operate a modern fleet of premium brand vehicles, offer fantastic training opportunities, and are proud to be a DVSA Earned Recognition operator.

What You Can Earn

• Basic Salary: £31,574.40 (Based on a minimum 44-hour week at £13.80 per hour)
• Realistic OTE: £41,868.00 (Based on an average 55 hour week + achieving a monthly Grade A bonus)
• Performance Bonus: Graded driver performance bonus (Grade A-D) worth up to £2,400.00 per annum

The Role

• Schedule: Monday to Friday (44 hours basic week)
• Work Type: General Haulage
• Tech-Driven: Use of the latest technology, including electronic POD devices and electronic walk-around checks (full training provided)
• Key Focus: Maintain excellent customer service, deliver goods in a timely and professional manner, and ensure accurate, timely communication with the Transport team

What We Offer

• Career Development: Training opportunities to develop existing skills (including ADR, Driver Assessor, and FLT licences)
• Premium Fleet: Drive a very well-presented, modern fleet of vehicles
• Fully Funded: Funded CPC training
• Financial Security: Workplace pension scheme
• Provided: Full PPE and uniform provided
• Time Off: 28 days of annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Perks: Free on-site parking

Refer a Friend Incentive:

• Get Started: £500 straight away for both you and the new starter.
• Milestone Bonus: An extra £1,000 each once the 3 month probation period is successfully passed.

What You Need

• Qualifications: Fully qualified HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence, valid CPC, and valid Digi card
• Knowledge: A good understanding of Tachograph and WTD rules
• Attributes: Reliable, punctual, flexible, with good verbal communication and excellent customer service skills
• Experience: Previous Class 1 experience is preferred but not essential.

Newly passed Class 1 HGV drivers are welcome to apply! We have a dedicated team of driver assessors and mentors ready to provide full training and guidance.