HGV Driver - Class 1

EVRi International; Preston; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 28 days (incl. BH)

Career progression

Inclusive benefits: perks, insurance,

Job summary

EVRi International is seeking a HGV Driver - Class 1 in Preston. The role involves night-shift trunking to regional hubs, driving a modern Volvo fleet, and performing routine vehicle checks. Expect 45 hours per week, Mon-Fri, with shifts starting around 16:00. Some sites may include loading/unloading and scanner tasks; home every night for many routes.

The package includes generous annual leave and career progression opportunities within a premier parcel delivery operation.

Qualifications

• Class 1 driving licence required as a minimum.
• Driver CPC qualification card
• Completed required DCPC training hours or be working towards them
• Excellent knowledge of road transport laws and commitment to safe driving

Responsibilities

• Trunking to regional hubs on the night shift with minimal supervision.
• Drive a Volvo truck within a high-spec fleet.
• Inspect vehicle and trailer daily and complete defect reports.
• Some sites may require loading/unloading; scanning consignments and using pallet trucks.

Skills

Class 1 Driving Licence

Driver CPC

DCPC training hours

Road Transport Laws

Job description

Position: HGV Driver - Class 1

ContractType:Permanent - 45 hours weekly

Location: Preston

Shift: Mon-Fri / 16:00 - 02:00

Salary: £42798.20

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, and9-hourshifts per day which typically start at5/6pm. 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.This job involves trunking to regional hubs on the night shift. So, if you like the independence of being out on the open road for long stretches - but also want to be home again at the end of every 9-hour shift, this is the job for you.

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 licenceas a minimum

• Driver CPC qualification card

• Completed required DCPC training hours or be working towardsthem

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