HGV Class 1 Tramper Driver

Blue Arrow HS; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Pre-booked shifts

Supportive team

Attractive pay rates

Job summary

Blue Arrow in Preston is seeking HGV Class 1 drivers for a pre-booked, ongoing contract. Expect 12-hour shifts, nationwide depot servicing, and a 24/7 roster with rotas to be confirmed. Family-friendly routes and predictable hours are emphasized.

Applicants should hold a valid UK C+E licence, CPC and tachograph card, with at least 12 months of Class 1 experience and a clean licence (no more than 6 points; no DR/DG/CD/DD/BA). Onsite parking is available.

Qualifications

• 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 showing work over last 6 months.
• Licence must not have more than 6 points and cannot include DR/DG/CD/DD/BA.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and swap collections across nationwide destinations.
• Service depots across the country.
• Operate within a 24/7 rota with average 12-hour shifts.
• Maintain safety and compliance on all journeys.

Skills

Full UK Class C+E Licence

Digital Tachograph Card

12 months HGV Class 1 experience

Education

CPC Holder

Tachograph Card (digital)

Tools

Telematics systems

Route planning tech

Job description

Job Title: HGV Class 1 Tramper Driver

Contract Type: Pre-booked, ongoing

Positions Available: 5

Location: Preston, PR2

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

We welcome applications from all backgrounds

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

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.