LGV1 Trunking Driver (Temp–Perm) – Overtime Pay

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

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.