Hgv Class 1 Night Driver

365 People Ltd.; Crick; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

365 People Ltd. is seeking experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) drivers for ongoing trunking work in Crick. The role guarantees regular PAYE work with a 5-day week, year-round shifts, and night-time start windows.

Duties include trunking to Costco stores, drop-and-swap or live loading, and strict adherence to drivers' hours regulations. Shifts primarily run 00:00–02:30 or 21:00–02:00 with 8-hour minimums and an average 11-hour shift, offering consistent, year-round employment and weekend coverage as

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 1 driving licence held for delivery work.
• Minimum 6 months' HGV Class 1 driving experience.
• Maximum 6 penalty points and no major driving endorsements.
• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.

Responsibilities

• Trunking deliveries to Costco stores.
• Drop-and-swap or live loading operations.
• Complete vehicle and trailer checks and delivery paperwork.

Skills

HGV Class 1 driving

Job description

HGV Class 1 Driver - Trunking

Location: Crick, Northamptonshire

Job Type: Full-time, Temporary / Ongoing

Pay: £18.00 - £24.66 per hour, depending on day worked

Shift Pattern: Friday to Tuesday or Thursday to Monday

Start Times: 22:00 - 00:00 OR 00:00 - 02:30

Contract: Ongoing work, 12 months of the year

Job description

365 People are recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers for ongoing trunking work based in Crick.

This is an excellent opportunity for drivers looking for regular, consistent PAYE work, with a guaranteed 5 days per week, 12 months of the year.

The role involves trunking deliveries into Costco stores, with no handball required. Drivers will complete either drop-and-swap or live-loading work, depending on the operation.

The biggest requirement is currently for drivers available to start between 00:00 and 02:00, although start times are available between 21:00 and 02:00.

Pay rates

Monday to Friday:

£18.00 - £20.17 per hour

Saturday:

£20.00 - £22.41 per hour

Sunday:

£22.00 - £24.66 per hour

Guaranteed work

Guaranteed 5 days per week

Ongoing work throughout the year

Friday to Tuesday shift pattern

Minimum 8 hours guaranteed per shift

Average shift length of approximately 11 hours

45-minute break deducted from the shift

Duties

HGV Class 1 trunking

Deliveries into Costco stores

Drop and swap operations

Live loading

No handball

Completing vehicle and trailer checks

Completing delivery paperwork and site documentation

Following drivers' hours and Working Time Directive regulations

Working safely and professionally at all times

Occasional night-out runs may be required with advance notice

There is very limited requirement for weekend night outs.

Shift pattern

Friday to Tuesday or Thursday to Monday

Start times between 22:00 and 02:30

Greatest demand currently between 00:00 and 02:00

Highest demand for drivers available Friday to Sunday

Regular 5-day working pattern

Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) driving licence
• Minimum 6 months' HGV Class 1 driving experience
• Maximum 6 penalty points
• No major driving endorsements
• Valid Driver CPC
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card
• PAYE drivers only - LTD drivers cannot be accepted
• Reliable and flexible approach to work
• Comfortable working night shifts
• Good understanding of drivers' hours and WTD regulations

Driver assessment

All drivers must successfully complete an assessment before starting work.

Assessments take place Monday to Saturday between 04:00 and 12:00 and last approximately 3 hours.

The assessment includes:

• Practical driving assessment
• Multiple-choice questionnaire
• Drivers' hours and legislation
• Working Time Directive knowledge
• Site induction
• Completion of relevant paperwork

Successful candidates will be paid for 4 hours for attending the assessment.