HGV Driver - Alton

ZENITH FREIGHT LIMITED; Tudhoe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run logistics company in the UK is seeking dependable HGV Class 1 Drivers to join their expanding team. Enjoy a straightforward role with no nights away, guaranteed home returns, and flexible shift patterns. Candidates must possess a valid HGV Class 1 driving licence and have strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary starting from £39,000, with overtime available and various perks including career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Salary starting from £39,000

Weekly pay with guaranteed pay if shifts are cancelled

Overtime available

Flexible shift patterns (5 on, 2 off)

Up to 28 days holiday, including bank holidays

Referral rewards for bringing a friend

Free, secure on-site parking

Career progression opportunities

Responsibilities

• Drive pre-planned routes delivered via smartphone.
• Mix of local multi-drop runs and longer single-drop journeys.
• Keep safety and professionalism at the heart of your work.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Safety-first mindset

Reasonable physical fitness for basic driver tasks

Education

Full UK driving licence with HGV Class 1 (C+E) entitlement

At least 12 months' Class 1 driving experience

Valid CPC and digital tachograph card

Job description

Enjoy the calm of night driving? We've got the perfect role for you. Zenith Freight is looking for dependable HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our expanding team. This is a straightforward, stress-free role: no nights away, no handballing, and no city-centre traffic. All routes begin and end at either our Haydock or Knowsley depot, so you'll always return home at the end of your shift.

• Full UK driving licence with HGV Class 1 (C+E) entitlement
• At least 12 months' Class 1 driving experience
• Valid CPC and digital tachograph card
• Strong communication skills
• A safety-first mindset
• Reasonable physical fitness for basic driver tasks

As a family-run business, we believe drivers should feel valued, supported, and recognised. You won't just be a number here - you'll be part of a team that looks after each other.

What We Offer

• Salary starting from £39,000
• Weekly pay, with guaranteed pay if shifts are cancelled
• Overtime available for extra income
• "Home Every Night" - no tramping required
• Drop-and-swap trailer work only - no loading or unloading
• Flexible shift patterns (5 on, 2 off Full time rota)
• Up to 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Referral rewards - bring a friend and earn bonus pay
• Free, secure on-site parking
• Career progression opportunities as we grow across the UK

Your Day-to-Day

• Drive pre-planned routes (delivered via smartphone - no paperwork)
• Mix of local multi-drop runs and longer single-drop journeys
• Trailer swaps only - trailers are prepped and ready by our warehouse team
• Keep safety and professionalism at the heart of your work