Night HGV1 Driver: Temperature-Controlled Trunking

QS Recruitment Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement

Overtime rates

Temp to perm

Job summary

QS Recruitment Ltd currently advertises for experienced HGV Class 1 drivers to work nights on temperature-controlled trunking between RDCs and NDCs in the United Kingdom. The role focuses on safety, compliance and high-quality customer service with no multi-drop deliveries.

Pay includes £22.64 per hour PAYE at night, with overtime £28.25 after 9.6 hours, plus weekend rates (£28.25 Sat, £39.62 Sun) and up to 28 days holiday pro rata. The work offers stability with potential permanent progression.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence with HGV1 (C+E) entitlement.
• Minimum 12 months continuous experience driving articulated lorries in the UK.
• Valid Digi card and Driver CPC Card.
• Knowledge of drivers’ working hours and time directives.
• No 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 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.

Skills

HGV1 (C+E) entitlement

UK Driving Licence

12 months experience

Digi card

Driver CPC Card

Max 6 points

Job description

QS Recruitment Ltd currently advertises for experienced HGV Class 1 drivers to work nights on temperature-controlled trunking between RDCs and NDCs in the United Kingdom. The role focuses on safety, compliance and high-quality customer service with no multi-drop deliveries.

Pay includes £22.64 per hour PAYE at night, with overtime £28.25 after 9.6 hours, plus weekend rates (£28.25 Sat, £39.62 Sun) and up to 28 days holiday pro rata. The work offers stability with potential permanent progression.