HGV Class 1 Driver (New Pass Welcome)

The Recruitment Crowd (Yorkshire) Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 2,739,000 - 2,893,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site clinic days

Dedicated on-site recruitment team

Long-term ongoing work

Flexible shift options

Job summary

The Recruitment Crowd (Yorkshire) Limited is seeking HGV Class 1 Drivers (C+E) for long-term ongoing work in Coventry. Newly qualified drivers are welcome and training is available. Assessments are offered as soon as possible, with flexible start times and both full-time and part-time options.

Shift windows include 11:00–15:00, 19:00–23:00, and 23:00–03:00, with a 10–12 hour average shift length and guaranteed 8 hours. On-site support and welcomings are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence with Class 1 (C+E) entitlement.
• Valid DCPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Maximum of 6 points on licence (minor offences only).
• Successful completion of assessment (theory & practical).

Responsibilities

• Trunking between depots, ensuring timely and safe delivery of parcels containing high-value goods.
• Collecting high-value goods from well-known customers, including full trailer collections, drop and swap operations.
• Occasional handling of push roller cages as required.
• Precise reversing and manoeuvring in yards, including shunting duties when needed.
• Completing pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Adhering to traffic laws, regulations, and company safety standards.
• Communicating effectively with dispatch and logistics teams to ensure smooth operations.

Job description

HGV Class 1 Drivers (CAT C+E)

*NEWLY QUALIFIED DRIVERS WELCOME TO APPLY - TRAINING AVAILABLE*

ASSESSMENTS AVAILABLE ASAP!

Location: Coventry CV8
Job Type: Long-term ongoing

Shift Patterns: Across Sunday to Friday (full time and part time options available) - Monday and Friday are priority shifts.

Start times windows:

• 11:00 - 15:00
• 19:00 - 23:00
• 23:00 - 03:00

Pay (including rolled up holiday pay):

Weeks 1-12

• Between 6am - 10pm: £19.88 per hour
• Between 10pm - 6am: £20.16 per hour
• Weekends (Saturday & Sunday): £20.16 per hour

13+ Weeks

• Between 6am - 10pm : £20.16 per hour
• Between 10pm - 6am : £20.73 per hour
• 6th Shift between 6am - 10pm : £30.28 per hour
• 6th Shift between 10pm - 6am: £31.13 per hour
• Bank Holiday between 6am - 10pm : £40.38 per hour
• Bank Holiday between 10pm - 6am: £41.52 per hour

Average shift length: 10-12 hours (guaranteed 8 hours)

Key Responsibilities

• Trunking between depots, ensuring timely and safe delivery of parcels containing high - value goods.
• Collecting high-value goods from well-known customers, including full trailer collections, drop and swap operations.
• Occasional handling of push roller cages as required.
• Precise reversing and manoeuvring in yards, including shunting duties when needed.
• Completing pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Adhering to traffic laws, regulations, and company safety standards.
• Communicating effectively with dispatch and logistics teams to ensure smooth operations.

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence with Class 1 (C+E) entitlement.
• Ability for flexibility of start times from the above windows (drivers to choose which window they would prefer)
• Valid DCPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Maximum of 6 points on licence (minor offences only).
• Successful completion of assessment (theory & practical).
• Understanding of WTD legislation.
• Excellent communication skills and a safety-first mindset.

Benefits

• Flexible shift options between full time or part time.
• 8 Hours guaranteed shift**
• On-site clinic days to support driver training and development.
• Dedicated on-site recruitment and support team.
• Long-term ongoing work with an industry-leading logistics provider.