HGV Class 1 Tramper Driver

Blue Arrow HS; Leeds; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Pre-booked shifts

Supportive team

Attractive pay

Job summary

Blue Arrow is seeking an HGV Class 1 Tramper Driver for a Leeds-based role with pre-booked, ongoing shifts. You will work across depots nationwide, performing drop and swap collections and supporting a 24-7 operation on a 12-hour average shift.

The position offers structured shifts with onsite parking, competitive hourly rates and a supportive team. Experience with a modern fleet and telematics is beneficial, with the Newcastle branch handling applications.

Qualifications

• Full UK Class C+E Licence is required.
• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Minimum 12 months' HGV Class 1 experience.
• Tachograph data for work in last 6 months.
• Licence must have <=6 points and no DR/DG/CD/DD/BA offences.

Responsibilities

• Drop and swap collections as delivery type.
• Nationwide destinations with depot servicing across the country.
• No multi-drop deliveries; adhere to rota and schedules.

Skills

HGV Class 1

CPC

Tachograph Card

Job description

Job Title: HGV Class 1 Tramper Driver

Contract Type: Pre-booked, ongoing

Positions Available: 5

Location: Leeds, LS27

Pay Rates

• Monday - Thursday: £19.15ph and £27.25ph OT after 8 hours
• Friday: £19.15ph until midnight, £24.52ph after and £27.25ph OT after 8 hours
• Saturday: £24.52ph until midnight, £27.25ph after and £27.25ph OT after 8 hours
• Sunday: £27.25ph until midnight, £19.15ph after and £27.25ph OT after 8 hours
• Night out allowance: £28.87 per night

45 minute break deducted daily and rates increase after 12 weeks service

Shift Patterns

• Shifts: Operation runs 24-7 Monday to Sunday - Rota TBC
• Average Shift Length: 12 hours
• Start times: TBC - Can vary depending on business requirements

Job Role

• Delivery Type: Drop and swap collections
• Destinations: Nationwide
• Workload: Servicing depots across country
• No multi-drop

Vehicle & Equipment Info

• Modern fleet
• Telematics and route planning tech used

Requirements

• Full UK Class C+E Licence
• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Minimum 12 months' HGV Class 1 experience
• Data available on your tachograph card displaying work over last 6 months
• We cannot accept more than 6 points or DR/DG/CD/DD/BA on a licence.

Benefits & Perks

• Onsite parking
• Pre-booked shifts for work-life balance
• Supportive team and structured environment
• Attractive pay rates

Why This Role is Family-Friendly

• Predictable hours and local depot
• Pre-booked rota allows for family planning

What Other Drivers Say

• "Supportive team, great trucks, and long-term opportunities"
• Many drivers stay long-term due to career growth and stability

This Role Would Suit People Who Have Previously Worked With

• Fedex
• Royal Mail Group

*THE LOCATION OF THIS WORK IS LEEDS HOWEVER THIS CONTRACT IS RAN BY THE NEWCASTLE BRANCH SO PLEASE CONTACT US REGARDING YOUR APPLICATION/ WITH ANY QUESTIONS, 0191 230 1050*

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