Night-Shift Class 1 Driver (C+E) – Mon–Fri Trunking (Southampton)

Streamline Services Consultancy Limited; Southampton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Streamline Recruitment in Southampton is actively seeking HGV Class 1 (C+E) drivers for night trunking operations. This role involves trunking with 50ft trailers during Monday to Friday shifts with starts between 19:00 and 21:00, ensuring loads arrive safely and on schedule.

You will perform vehicle and trailer checks, verify secure coupling, complete transport paperwork and maintain accurate tachograph records, while communicating with the transport team about progress and delays.

Qualifications

• Valid UK C+E driving licence.
• UK digital tachograph card and CPC card required.
• Ideally 1 year Class 1 driving experience; new drivers welcome.
• 25+ years old for insurance purposes.
• Full 5-year work history.
• Good communication and safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out Class 1 trunking duties using 50ft trailers.
• Working Monday to Friday, with evening starts between 19:00 and 21:00.
• Completing vehicle and trailer checks before departure and reporting any defects.
• Ensuring trailers are coupled securely and loads are safe before setting off.
• Completing relevant transport paperwork and maintaining accurate tachograph records.
• Communicating with the transport team regarding progress, delays or any issues during your shift.
• Following site procedures and maintaining a professional approach at collection and delivery points.

Skills

C+E licence

Tachograph card

CPC card

Driving assessment

5-year work history

Digital tachograph

Tools

Digital tachograph device

Job description

Streamline Recruitment in Southampton is actively seeking HGV Class 1 (C+E) drivers for night trunking operations. This role involves trunking with 50ft trailers during Monday to Friday shifts with starts between 19:00 and 21:00, ensuring loads arrive safely and on schedule.

You will perform vehicle and trailer checks, verify secure coupling, complete transport paperwork and maintain accurate tachograph records, while communicating with the transport team about progress and delays.