HGV Class 1 Driver – Permanent Position

Driver Hire Reading

Theale

On-site

GBP 50,000 - 52,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Modern vehicles
No weekend work unless agreed
Competitive salary

Job summary

Driver Hire Reading is seeking a Class 1 Driver for a permanent, full-time role based in Reading. You’ll operate flexible routes across the South of England with occasional tramping (at least 1 week per month) and build a stable, long-term career.

Salary £50,000 - £52,000 per annum with modern vehicles. No weekend work unless agreed. Requirements include a valid Class 1 licence plus CPC & Digi Tacho, and a reliable, safety-focused approach.

Qualifications

  • Valid Class 1 Licence (12+ months experience) + CPC & Digi Tacho
  • Flexibility with working patterns and occasional nights out
  • Reliable, professional, and safety-focused
  • Basic Disclosure (if you do not have one we can help obtain one)

Responsibilities

  • Working across various contracts - no fixed route
  • Driving across the South of England
  • Expected tramping 1 week per month (minimum)
  • Container work

Skills

Flexible schedule
Safety-focused
Reliable
Team player

Job description

Class 1 Driver - Permanent Position (Tramping/Flexible Workload)

Based in Reading | Permanent | £50,000 - £52,000

Are you an experienced Class 1 Driver looking for a stable, full-time role with variety, great earning potential, and progression opportunities?

We're working with a respected haulage operator who is now hiring two full-time drivers for flexible routes/projects. You'll be part of a professional team delivering across various locations, with occasional tramping (at least 1 week per month).

What's on Offer:
  • Salary: £50,000 - £52,000per annum
  • Modern, well-maintained vehicles
  • No weekend work unless agreed in advance
What You'll Be Doing:
  • Working across various contracts - no fixed route
  • Driving across the South of England
  • Expected tramping 1 week per month (minimum)
  • Container work
Requirements:
  • Valid Class 1 Licence (12+ months experience) + CPC & Digi Tacho
  • Flexibility with working patterns and occasional nights out
  • Reliable, professional, and safety-focused
  • Basic Disclosure (if you do not have one we can help obtain one

Join a growing team where no two weeks are the same, and you're truly valued for your work.

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