HGV Class 1 Night Driver General Haulage Up to £19.61ph

Pure Staff Ltd; Newport; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

In-house PAYE basis

No umbrella companies

No hidden administration fees

Driver app to manage shifts

Job summary

Pure Staff Ltd is recruiting an HGV Class 1 Night Driver for ongoing work in the Newport area. You will join a professional transport operation that prioritises driver welfare and reliability. This permanent night role offers regular bookings and a modern fleet.

Pay rates start at £17.50 per hour on standard PAYE, with £19.61 per hour for PAYE with rolled-up holiday pay. Drivers can choose between standard PAYE or rolled-up holiday pay, and there are weekend opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Full UK Category C+E Licence.
• CPC Qualification Card required.
• Digital Tachograph Card required.
• Good understanding of driver hours legislation.

Responsibilities

• Perform general haulage, trunking and RDC deliveries across the UK.
• Complete deliveries and collections to RDCs, distribution hubs and depots.
• Carry out vehicle checks before and after shifts and ensure loads are secure.

Skills

HGV licence C+E

CPC Card

Digital Tachograph

Driver hours knowledge

Job description

HGV Class 1 Night Driver | General Haulage | Up to £19.61ph

Earn up to £19.61 per hour | Flexible Night Shifts | Ongoing Work | Newport

Pure Staff are currently recruiting for a HGV Class 1 Night Driver to work with one of our long-standing clients based in the Newport area. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HGV Class 1 Night Driver looking for regular night work with a professional transport operation that values its drivers.

Our client is a well-established logistics and distribution business specialising in general haulage, contract logistics, warehousing and nationwide freight distribution. They operate a modern fleet and provide transport solutions for a wide range of retail, industrial and commercial customers throughout the UK.

Pay Rates

Monday to Friday PAYE:

• £17.50 per hour

Monday to Friday PAYE with Rolled-Up Holiday Pay:

• £19.61 per hour

Holiday Pay Options Available

Drivers can choose between:

• Standard PAYE with accrued holiday entitlement
• PAYE with rolled-up holiday pay included within the hourly rate

The Role

As a HGV Class 1 Night Driver, you will be completing a mixture of general haulage, trunking and RDC deliveries across the UK.

Typical duties include:

• Completing deliveries and collections to RDCs, distribution hubs and customer depots
• Transporting palletised freight nationwide
• Carrying out vehicle checks before and after shifts
• Ensuring loads are secure and transported safely
• Accurately completing PODs and delivery paperwork
• Maintaining compliance with driver hours and WTD regulations
• Working safely and professionally at all times

Most loads are forklift loaded and unloaded, with minimal physical work required.

Shift Pattern

• Monday to Friday
• Night shifts
• Start times between 18:00 and 22:00
• Average shift length of 8-12 hours
• Optional weekend shifts available
• Ongoing work with regular bookings

Requirements

• Full UK Category C+E Licence
• Valid CPC Qualification Card
• Digital Tachograph Card
• Good understanding of driver hours legislation
• Professional and reliable attitude
• Ability to work independently during night shifts

What Drivers Like About This Contract

• Professional and supportive transport team
• Long-standing and well-organised operation
• Clean and modern fleet
• Excellent driver facilities
• Strong communication from management
• Opportunity for permanent employment
• Many drivers have worked on this contract for several years

Why Drive for Pure Staff?

• Weekly pay
• We employ you directly on an in-house PAYE basis
• No Umbrella Companies
• No hidden administration fees
• Dedicated driving recruitment team
• Easy online registration process
• Access to our driver app to manage shifts, availability and holidays
• Pension contributions
• Holiday entitlement
• Ongoing temporary and permanent opportunities