HGV Driver – Nights (Class 1)

Generations People; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral programme

Free parking

Additional leave

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Health & wellbeing programme

On-site parking

Job summary

Generations People are seeking experienced Class 1 HGV drivers to join the night shift team in Chesterfield. The role involves overnight trunking to regional hubs with a focus on customer service and a professional approach.

This 12-week temp-to-perm contract offers development opportunities, guaranteed hours, and a competitive package. Training, pension, private medical insurance, and holiday entitlement are included.

Qualifications

• Class 1 licence required.
• Driver CPC required.
• 1 year Class 1 experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate as HGV Class 1 driver on night shift.
• Trunk goods to regional hubs overnight.
• Maintain professionalism and customer service.

Skills

Night shifts

Overnight trunking

Customer service

Education

Class 1 Licence

Driver CPC

Job description

Location: Chesterfield

Do you have the following skills, experience and drive to succeed in this role Find out below.

Salary: £43,000 to £44,000

Shifts: Nights, Monday to Friday (11-hour shifts)

Reporting to: Transport Supervisor

Job Type: 12-week temp to perm contract

Generations People are actively seeking to speak to HGV Drivers to join an excellent, fast paced, and reputable company operating in the pallet network industry.

Our client is one of the leading distributors in what they do.

As a supportive company, development and progression opportunities are available, to allow you to achieve your best work while gaining new skills within the business.

HGV Driver – Class 1

We are currently looking for, experienced Class 1 Drivers to join the night shift team. Our client is big on empowering their staff to champion their core values and put the customers at the heart of everything they do. So, customer service and a professional manner is key.

You’ll have experience of overnight trunking to regional Hubs, Experience within the Pallet Network sector preferably but not essential.

They will provide you with necessary training and development, recognising ambition and drive. They believe in investment in their people and is the reason they are a highly successful Haulage and Distribution Company - that continues to keep growing.

• Guaranteed minimum of 55 hours per week – Monday to Friday. Return to base every shift NO HAVING TO WORK AWAY!
• Competitive rates of pay – overtime paid on anything over 11 hours per day with an annual review
• Incentives including – Employee referral, Sales referral, Long service rewards, Company health care scheme, Contributory Pension scheme
• 23 Days Holiday plus Bank holidays – currently operating with skeleton staff over Christmas, so most staff enjoy a long break with friends and family!
• Opportunities to develop - CPC training with possibility of additional on-site forklift truck, first aid, fire marshal training.

Experience

Skill Requirements:

• Class 1: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification

• Class 1 Licence (required)
• Driver CPC (required)

Benefits

• Referral programme
• Free parking
• Additional leave
• Company pension
• Private medical insurance
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking