Night HGV1 Driver: Temp-Controlled Trunking + Overtime

Quality Service Recruitment Limited; South Normanton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Quality Service Recruitment Limited is currently recruiting for experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to join a well-established operation providing temperature-controlled trunking between RDCs and NDCs. The role offers Monday to Friday night shifts from 22:00 to 08:00 with overtime after 9.6 hours (£22.64 basic, £28.25 after 9.6).

You’ll transport loads safely at required temperatures and maintain strong compliance.

Qualifications

• A full UK Licence with HGV1 (C+E) entitlement.
• Minimum 12 months continuous experience driving articulated lorries in the UK.
• Valid Driver CPC Card.
• Good understanding of the Working Time Directive and avoiding infringements.
• Not more than 6 points on your licence.

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 per procedures.
• Monitor refrigeration units and maintain required temperatures.
• Report discrepancies or refrigeration issues promptly to the depot.
• Safely couple/uncouple trailers and supervise loading/unloading.
• Maintain delivery paperwork and comply with safety policies.

Skills

HGV1 entitlement (C+E)

Driver CPC Card

UK driving experience 12m+

Working Time Directive knowledge

Job description

Quality Service Recruitment Limited is currently recruiting for experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to join a well-established operation providing temperature-controlled trunking between RDCs and NDCs. The role offers Monday to Friday night shifts from 22:00 to 08:00 with overtime after 9.6 hours (£22.64 basic, £28.25 after 9.6).

You’ll transport loads safely at required temperatures and maintain strong compliance.