HGV1 W&D Trunk Driver (Days)

Pertemps Milton Keynes; Bedford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Ongoing work

Job summary

Pertemps Milton Keynes is hiring a HGV1 W&D Trunk Driver for a full-time, ongoing role based in Bedford. The job entails trunking between Regional and National Distribution Centres, with no handball or multi-drop duties and a 10:00 start from Tuesday to Saturday.

You will perform vehicle safety checks, complete trunk runs, and ensure goods are delivered securely and on time. A UK Class 1 licence, CPC card, and tachograph card are required, plus at least 6 months of Class 1 experience and clean

Qualifications

• Valid UK Class 1 (C+E) licence.
• Valid CPC qualification card.
• Digital tachograph card.
• Minimum 6 months' recent Class 1 driving experience.
• Previous wag and drag experience preferred.
• No more than 6 penalty points on licence.
• No DD, DR, CD, IN or TT endorsements.
• Good understanding of Drivers' Hours and Working Time Regulations.
• Professional, reliable and safety-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vehicle safety checks and ensure roadworthiness.
• Complete trunking routes between RDCs and NDCs.
• Maintain accurate paperwork and logs for each run.
• Adhere to Drivers' Hours and Working Time Regulations.
• Ensure goods arrive securely and on time on trunk routes.

Skills

Class 1 licence

Safety conscious

Paperwork accuracy

Regulatory compliance

Job description

HGV1 W&D Trunk Driver (Days)

This full-time HGV1 W&D Trunk Driver (Days) role is based in Bedford, offering £18.06 per hour. Working Tuesday to Saturday with a 10:00 start, the driver operates wag and drag vehicles on trunking routes between Regional and National Distribution Centres. No handball or multi-drop deliveries are involved, keeping duties straightforward. Responsibilities include conducting vehicle safety checks, completing scheduled runs, and ensuring goods arrive securely and on time. Applicants must hold a valid Class 1 licence and demonstrate experience with articulated or drawbar combinations. Weekly pay applies, with ongoing work available at this Bedford site for suitable candidates.

Important Bits

• Bedford
• £18.06ph
• Tuesday to Saturday
• 10:00 AM
• Full-time, ongoing work
• Wag & Drag Vehicles
• RDC & NDC Trunking
• No Handball
• Clean, straightforward work
• Weekly Pay

Role

We're recruiting experienced Class 1 Drivers to join a busy transport operation based in Bedford. This is a fantastic opportunity for drivers who enjoy straightforward trunking work without the hassle of multi-drop deliveries or manual handling. You'll be driving modern wag and drag vehicles, completing trunk runs between Regional Distribution Centres (RDCs) and National Distribution Centres (NDCs), ensuring goods are transported safely and efficiently. Your day will involve vehicle safety checks, completing trunking routes, maintaining accurate paperwork and adhering to Drivers' Hours and Working Time Regulations. The role is focused on professional driving, with no handball involved, making it ideal for drivers looking for clean, consistent work and regular hours.

Essential Requirements

• Valid UK Class 1 (C+E) Licence
• Valid CPC Qualification Card
• Digital Tachograph Card
• Minimum 6 months' recent Class 1 driving experience
• Previous wag and drag experience preferred
• No more than 6 penalty points on your licence
• No DD, DR, CD, IN or TT endorsements
• Good understanding of Drivers' Hours and Working Time Regulations
• Professional, reliable and safety-focused approach