HGV1 Container Driver – Tramping, Night Out, Weekly Pay

GET Staff; Southampton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Get Staff is seeking a HGV Class 1 container driver for a Southampton-based temporary role with immediate start. You'll operate Class 1 lorries for container transport, log trips on EPODs, and comply with WTD rules and port-site procedures.

Starting times range 4:00–6:00 am, with Monday to Friday shifts and occasional weekends. A DP World card, DCPC, Tachograph card, and clean licence (max 6 points) are required. Nights out pay £30ph when applicable.

Qualifications

• A valid HGV Class 1 (C&E) licence.
• Must have Valid DP World Card
• A valid Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (DCPC)
• A valid Digital Tachograph card
• Must be able to use electronic devices (EPODs/smartphones/instruction screens)
• No more than 6 penalty points on your driving licence
• A minimum of 1 years' experience driving HGV1 class vehicles with containers
• A good level of English (spoken, written, and understood)
• Strong working knowledge of the UK motorway network and Working Time Directive (WTD) regulations

Responsibilities

• Operate HGV Class 1 articulated lorries with automatic gearboxes, primarily for container transport
• Complete deliveries and collections efficiently
• Utilise smartphone or tablet devices to log collections, drops, and status updates in real-time
• Comply with all site-specific procedures, especially within port environments
• Observe all Working Time Directive (WTD) regulations, ensuring accurate logging of driving hours, breaks, and rest periods
• Follow health & safety protocols and adhere to both agency and client operational policies
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and report any defects in line with legal and company requirements
• Maintain a professional attitude and provide excellent service to clients and customers

Skills

HGV1 licence

DP World Card

DCPC

Digital Tachograph

EPODs

Penalty points ≤6

English language

Container experience

1 year experience

Job description

Get Staff is seeking a HGV Class 1 container driver for a Southampton-based temporary role with immediate start. You'll operate Class 1 lorries for container transport, log trips on EPODs, and comply with WTD rules and port-site procedures.

Starting times range 4:00–6:00 am, with Monday to Friday shifts and occasional weekends. A DP World card, DCPC, Tachograph card, and clean licence (max 6 points) are required. Nights out pay £30ph when applicable.