HGV Class 1 Drivers (CAT C+E)

The Recruitment Crowd; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company seeks experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to join their dynamic team in the Carlisle area. The role requires flexible shifts, supporting local deliveries and depot operations. Ideal candidates will have a valid Class 1 driving licence and a proven track record in similar roles. This permanent position offers competitive pay based on shift patterns.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence with Class 1 entitlement (C+E).
• At least 1 year of proven experience driving HGV vehicles.
• Valid DCPC and Digital Tachograph card.

Responsibilities

• Transport trailers between depot and hub.
• Engage in customer work, delivering trailers.
• Assist with loading/unloading at various sites.

Skills

Driving Skills

Customer Service

Team Collaboration

Job description

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The Recruitment Crowd are currently recruiting on behalf of our well known and industry-leading client based in the Carlisle area. We are looking for experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers (CAT C+E) to join the team.

Hours: Shifts across Monday to Sunday with start times from 12pm to 9pm.

Job Type : Ongoing

The role:

· Execute depot pull, filling the back of a trailer at the depot and transporting it to a hub.

· Engage in customer work, taking the vehicle to a customer to collect a trailer, delivering it to a hub, and returning to the depot.

· Assist with loading and unloading at customer sites and in the depot.

· Perform drop and swap operations, sometimes using a tail lift, and occasionally doing trailer swaps requiring uncoupling the vehicle.

· Collaborate with a team to ensure efficient operations and timely deliveries.

· Travel to local sites for a one-off download of the tacho card prior to being put forward for the position.

· Attend an on-site induction for the first shift.

Requirements:

· Full UK driving licence with Class 1 entitlement (category C+E).

· Have at least 1 year of proven experience driving the relevant vehicle.

· Valid and in date DCPC and Digital Tachograph card.

· No more than 6 points on licence (minor offences only).

· Less than 12 infringement points in any one month and no infringement points for three consecutive months.

· Flexibility to work shifts across Monday to Sunday with start times from 12 pm – 9 pm (all paid at night rate).

· Ability to travel to local site for tacho card download prior to being put forward.

· Full understanding of WTD legislation.