HGV Driver Class 1

evri; Leicester; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 28 days

Career progression

Inclusive benefits: vouchers, insur an

Healthcare

Job summary

evri in Leicester is hiring a HGV Class 1 Driver on a permanent basis. You’ll operate a Volvo lorry from a modern fleet, with 45 hours per week and shifts to suit early starts. The role combines driving, loading/unloading, and strict safety compliance.

Join a premier parcel delivery company that values reliability and professional development, with 28 days’ annual leave and a supportive benefits package. Candidates with a Class 1 licence, Driver CPC, and knowledge of road transport laws are

Qualifications

• Requires Class 1 driving licence and Driver CPC.
• DCPC training hours completed or in progress.
• Excellent knowledge of road transport laws and safe driving practices.

Responsibilities

• Drive a Volvo lorry from a modern fleet, with 45 hours per week.
• Plan and execute routes with limited stops; 4–6 per shift, home by end of shift.
• Inspect vehicle and trailer daily; complete defect reports if needed.
• Assist with loading/unloading where required and operate associated equipment.

Skills

Class 1 Driving licence

Driver CPC

DCPC training hours

Road Transport Laws

Job description

HGV Class 1 Driver

Location : Leicester

Hours: Mon- Fri 06.00hrs - 16.00hrs

Salary :£37042.20

Permanent Contract - 45 hours per week

Join the UK’s premier parcel delivery company

WhatYou’llDo:

You will drive a lorry from our exceptional fleet of Volvo vehicles, all less than 4 years old.They’rea joy to drive, and are equipped to a high specification, including fridges, leatherseatsand many more optional extras to make sureyou’recomfortable.

Most of our sites run from Monday to Friday, with 45 hour working weeks, and 9-hour shifts per day which typically start at 7/8am. Our well-organised shift schedules mean you often know in advance whereyou’llbe driving, taking the stress out of your day.

Key Role Responsibilities

Wedon’tmicromanage our drivers. We trust them to get the job done and plan their own routes. The average number of stops in a shift is 4 to 6, sothere’splenty of time to enjoy being out on the open road - butyou’llstill be home again at the end of every 9-hour shift.

You’llmake sure Cages, Pallets, Freight, Stillages and Yorks get to and from customers bang on time. At some sites, the goods will be loaded or unloaded for you - at others,you’llneed to do it yourself. Scanning consignments and driving pallet trucks will sometimes be part of your day.

You’llbe responsible forinspecting your vehicle and trailer every day and complete a Defect Report if necessary.

What We Can Offer You:

We’reproud to offer a workplace where everyone can thrive.Here’swhat you can expect:

• Annual Leave: At least 28 days of annual leave (including Bank Holidays).

• Career Progression

• Inclusive Benefits: Access to flexibleperksincluding shopping vouchers, insurance, and healthcare.

WhatWe’reLooking For

• Class 1 Driving licence

• Driver CPC qualification card

• Completed required DCPC training hours or be working towards them

• Excellent knowledge of Road Transport Laws - and commitment to safe use of the roads

AtEvriPremium, we know we only grow if our people do too.That’swhywe’recommitted to building a truly inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can bring – and be – their whole authentic selves.We’reon a journey to betterrepresentthe customers we serve around the UK.We’recommitted to removing barriers and ensure that each person atEvriPremium is valued for who they are, and what they bring to our business.
We areEvri. Where everyone is welcome