HGV Class 1 Night Driver

Uniserve; Rugby; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and development

Uniform and PPE provided

Modern fleet and equipment

Leading logistics provider

Job summary

Uniserve is seeking a reliable HGV Class 1 Night Driver to move goods from Rugby to Daventry. You will operate Class 1 vehicles during night shifts, ensuring safe loading and compliant transport operations while delivering excellent customer service.

The role emphasizes vehicle roadworthiness, regulatory compliance, and proactive communication with the Transport team. Training and PPE are provided as part of a modern fleet and professional environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold UK Class 1 driving licence (C+E) and Driver CPC.
• Digital tachograph card required.
• Experience with LST trailers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough daily vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness.
• Ensure freight is loaded, secured, and not overloaded.
• Operate HGV Class 1 vehicles during night shifts.
• Provide excellent customer service during deliveries.
• Comply with EU transport regulations, including tachograph usage.
• Adhere to licensing restrictions and driving hours.
• Assist with safe loading/unloading when required.
• Report issues promptly to the Transport team.

Skills

Class 1 licence (C+E)

Driver CPC

Digital tachograph

LST trailer experience

Job description

Uniserve is seeking a reliable and experienced HGV Class 1 Night Driver to move goods from Rugby to Daventry using LST trailers. To safely and efficiently operate Class 1 HGV vehicles during night shifts, ensuring timely and secure transportation of goods while maintaining full compliance with all regulatory and company standards. This role is dedicated to upholding vehicle roadworthiness through rigorous checks, delivering excellent customer service, supporting safe loading practices, and contributing to seamless logistics operations.

Salary:

£40,800 annum

Shift Pattern:

4 on 4 off

Start time:

10pm

Duties:

• Conduct thorough daily vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness and report any vehicle defects.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentability of the vehicle at all times.
• Safely operate HGV Class 1 vehicles to transport goods to designated locations.
• Ensure freight is correctly loaded, secured, and not overloaded.
• Comply with all current EU road transport regulations, including digital tachograph usage and driving hours.
• Provide excellent customer service during deliveries.
• Report any customer complaints or issues promptly to the Transport team.
• Follow all company policies and procedures related to transport operations.
• Adhere strictly to licence restrictions and legal driving regulations.
• Ensure accurate use of Digital Tachograph and compliance with driving hours.
• Assist with the safe loading and unloading of company vehicles when required.
• Promote and adhere to company safety standards and best practices.
• Take full ownership of assigned tasks, demonstrating reliability and professionalism.
• Communicate proactively about any operational concerns or issues.

Skills & Experience:

• Valid UK Class 1 C+E licence
• Valid Driver CPC qualification card
• Digital tachograph card
• LST Trailer experience

What We Offer:

• Ongoing training and operational support
• All necessary training will be provided, including customer procedures, safe systems of work and equipment use where required
• Modern fleet and equipment
• Uniform and PPE provided where applicable
• Opportunity to work with a leading logistics provider