HGV Class 1 Tramper Driver

Blue Arrow HS; Washington; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Pre-booked shifts

Supportive team

Attractive pay rates

Job summary

Blue Arrow is seeking a HGV Class 1 Tramper Driver for our Washington depot. This pre-booked, ongoing contract features 12-hour shifts, a 24-7 operation, and nationwide deliveries with no multi-drop, supported by telematics and route planning tech.

You will need a full UK Class C+E licence, valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card, and a minimum of 12 months HGV1 experience. Pre-booked shifts promote work‑life balance; onsite parking and a supportive team are provided to help you settle in quickly.

Qualifications

• Full UK Class C+E Licence
• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Minimum 12 months' HGV Class 1 experience
• Data available on tachograph card displaying work over last 6 months
• No more than 6 points and no DR/DG/CD/DD/BA offences

Responsibilities

• Delivery Type: Drop and swap collections
• Destinations: Nationwide
• Workload: Servicing depots across country
• No multi-drop
• Shifts: 12-hour sessions, 24-7 rota

Skills

HGV Class 1 Experience

Licence check (points)

Job description

Job Title: HGV Class 1 Tramper Driver

Contract Type: Pre-booked, ongoing

Positions Available: 5

Location: Washington, NE37

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

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