LGV1 Drivers

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

Job summary

QS Recruitment Ltd seeks an experienced LGV1 driver for trunking duties between regional and national distribution centers in the UK. The role offers an overtime rate after 9.6 hours and a base hourly rate with additional weekend premiums. Start dates are soon with inductions planned.

Responsibilities include temperature-controlled deliveries, loading/unloading supervision, and maintaining strict compliance with road transport rules. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Full UK LGV1 entitlement.
• Minimum 12 months continuous experience driving articulated lorries in the UK.
• Digital Tachograph (Digicard) required.
• Driver CPC Card required.
• Solid understanding of drivers’ working hours and directive.

Responsibilities

• Deliver temperature-controlled loads safely and efficiently.
• Trunk loads between RDCs and NDCs; no multi-drop deliveries.
• Seal/unseal vehicle rear doors per procedures.
• Monitor refrigeration units to maintain required temperatures.
• Report temperature discrepancies or refrigeration issues promptly.
• Safely couple/uncouple trailers per company procedures.
• Supervise loading/unloading of goods.
• Maintain accurate delivery paperwork and records.

Skills

LGV1 entitlement

UK driving experience

Digital Tacho Card

Driver CPC Card

Working hours directive

Job description

Please note that this position is open to UK applicants only

Job Description

LGV1 Drivers Required immediately. Great overtime rate of £22.59 after 9.6 hours per day. Inductions starting in the next week or so!

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.

Duration: Temporary, Temp to Perm, Permanent

Contract Type: Temporary

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 PAYE

You have a holiday entitlement of up to 28 days (pro rata).

Please note, we cannot offer visa sponsorships for this role.

Working Hours: Start times are between 0700 & 1000 each day. Shift lengths are approximately 10-12 hours (meaning you will almost definitely be paid overtime)

Closing Date: 20261120

Experience & Qualifications

We are looking for:

• A full UK Drivers Licence with a LGV1 entitlement.
• A minimum of 12 months continuous experience driving articulated lorries in the UK
• a Digital Tacho Card (Digicard)
• a valid Driver CPC Card
• a strong and coherent understanding of driver’s working hours and working time directive.

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