HGV Driver

Driver Hire; Ashford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Driver Hire is seeking a dependable Class 1 HGV Driver for steel deliveries based in Pluckley. This role offers competitive pay, consistent weekday shifts, and opportunities for newly qualified drivers. With a focus on a supportive working environment and long-term stability, this is an excellent opportunity for drivers looking to establish a solid career.

Benefits

Weekly pay via PAYE

Friendly, supportive working environment

Opportunities for training and gaining experience

Long-term potential for consistent work

Qualifications

• Holding a Full Cat C+E (Class 1) licence with Digital Tacho & CPC.
• Confidence in driving flatbed vehicles; training can be provided.
• Good understanding of load security.

Responsibilities

• Delivering steel products to commercial sites mainly in Kent and outskirts of London.
• Safely operating a flatbed HGV with securing loads.
• Representing Driver Hire and its customer professionally.

Skills

Confidence driving a flatbed vehicle

Load security and safe strapping practices

Route navigation to Greater London

Education

Full Cat C+E (Class 1) licence

Digital Tacho & CPC

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Class 1 HGV Driver (C+E) – Flatbed Steel Deliveries | Pluckley-Based
Pay: £16-17.93 per hour (PAYE, paid weekly)
Schedule: Monday to Friday | Start Times: 05:00–06:30 | Ongoing Work
Location: Pluckley + local and London delivery routes

Driver Hire Ashford is recruiting a dependable Class 1 (Cat C+E) HGV Driver on behalf of a well-established client based in Pluckley. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced or newly qualified drivers looking for stable, weekday work with regular start times and manageable delivery routes.

Key Requirements:

• Full Cat C+E (Class 1) licence with Digital Tacho & CPC
• Confidence driving a flatbed vehicle (training can be provided)
• Good understanding of load security and safe strapping practices
• Comfortable navigating routes to Greater London (not central) and within Kent
• Based in or able to travel to Pluckley and surrounding areas

What We Offer:

• Weekly pay via PAYE
• Hourly rates from £16-17.93
• Early morning weekday shifts – finish in good time
• Friendly, supportive working environment
• Opportunities for newly qualified drivers to gain valuable experience
• Long-term potential for consistent work with a trusted customer

The Role:

• Start times between 05:00–06:30, Monday to Friday
• Deliver steel products to commercial sites on the outskirts of London and local areas
• Operate a flatbed HGV with strapping and securing of loads
• Represent both Driver Hire and our customer professionally on the road and at delivery sites

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