HGV1 Trunking Driver – Temp-Controlled, Overtime

QS Recruitment Ltd; Hilcote; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

QS Recruitment Ltd. is seeking experienced HGV Class 1 drivers for trunking work between regional and national distribution centres. No multi-drop deliveries; focus on temperature-controlled transport with in-truck refrigeration monitoring.

Ongoing temporary positions with immediate inductions. Valid HGV1 (C+E), Driver CPC, and Digi card required; no more than 6 penalty points. Long shifts with overtime and weekend rates available.

Qualifications

• Full UK HGV1 (C+E) entitlement.
• Minimum 12 months UK trunking experience.
• Digi card and Driver CPC valid.
• No more than 6 points on licence.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Completing trunking runs between RDCs and NDCs, with no multi-drop deliveries.
• Transporting temperature-controlled goods and monitoring refrigeration units.
• Sealing and unsealing trailer doors in line with company procedures.
• Reporting temperature changes or refrigeration faults.
• Coupling and uncoupling trailers safely.
• Supervising loading and unloading.
• Completing vehicle checks and delivery paperwork.
• Following all road safety and Health & Safety procedures.

Skills

HGV Class 1

UK Driving Licence

Driver CPC

Job description

QS Recruitment Ltd. is seeking experienced HGV Class 1 drivers for trunking work between regional and national distribution centres. No multi-drop deliveries; focus on temperature-controlled transport with in-truck refrigeration monitoring.

Ongoing temporary positions with immediate inductions. Valid HGV1 (C+E), Driver CPC, and Digi card required; no more than 6 penalty points. Long shifts with overtime and weekend rates available.