HGV1 Drivers (Days)

QS Recruitment Ltd; Hilcote; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekends off

28 days holiday

Job summary

QS Recruitment Ltd seeks an experienced HGV1 driver to perform trunking between Regional and National Distribution Centres. You will ensure loads are transported safely, efficiently, and within temperature guidelines when required, with no multi-drop deliveries.

Working hours are Monday to Friday 08:00–16:30. PAYE rates apply with holiday entitlement and no visa sponsorship available for this role.

Qualifications

• Full UK Drivers Licence with HGV1 (C+E) entitlement.
• Minimum 12 months continuous experience driving articulated lorries in the UK.
• Digi card (digital tachograph) valid.
• Driver CPC Card valid.
• Good understanding of drivers working hours and Working Time Directive.
• No more than 6 points on licence.

Responsibilities

• Complete trunking deliveries between RDCs and NDCs with no multi-drop deliveries.
• Seal and unseal vehicle rear doors following procedures.
• Monitor and maintain required temperatures for loads as applicable.
• Report temperature discrepancies or refrigeration issues to the depot promptly.
• Safely couple and uncouple trailers per company procedures.
• Supervise loading and unloading of goods.
• Maintain accurate delivery paperwork and records.
• Adhere to road transport laws, company policies and health & safety rules.
• Perform vehicle and trailer checks and report defects.

Skills

Safe driving

Understanding of WTD

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Please note that this position is open to UK applicants only

Job Description

This is a straightforward driving role focused on trunking between Regional Distribution Centres (RDCs) and National Distribution Centres (NDCs), with no multi-drop deliveries. You will be responsible for ensuring loads are transported safely, efficiently and at the required temperature, while maintaining high standards of compliance and customer service.

If you’re an experienced HGV Class 1 driver looking for consistent work, professional equipment and a role with no multi-drop deliveries, this could be an excellent opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete temperature-controlled deliveries safely and efficiently.
• Trunk loads between RDCs and NDCs, with no multi-drop deliveries.
• Seal and unseal vehicle rear doors in accordance with company procedures.
• Monitor refrigeration units throughout each journey and ensure required temperatures are maintained.
• Report any temperature discrepancies or refrigeration issues promptly to the depot.
• Safely couple and uncouple trailers in line with company procedures.
• Supervise the loading and unloading of goods.
• Maintain accurate delivery paperwork, records and documentation.
• Carry out all duties in accordance with road transport legislation, company policies and health & safety procedures.
• Complete vehicle and trailer checks and report any defects or issues appropriately.

Hourly Rate: You’ll earn £16.98 PAYE and the overtime rate is £22.59 which you will be paid after you have completed 9.4 hours.The Saturday rate is £22.59 PAYE, and the Sunday rate is £33.96 PAYEYou have a holiday entitlement of up to 28 days (pro rata).Please note, we cannot offer visa sponsorships for this role.

Working Hours: You will be working Monday to Friday 08:00-16:30. No weekends required.

Closing Date: 20261104

Experience & Qualifications

We are looking for HGV1 Drivers with the following:

• A full UK Drivers Licence with a HGV1 (C+E) entitlement.
• A minimum of 12 months continuous experience driving articulated lorries in the UK
• a valid Digi card
• a valid Driver CPC Card
• a good understanding of driver’s working hours and working time directive and understanding of how to avoid infringements.

You must not have any more than 6 points on your licence