Night Shift Class 1 Driver – Modern Fleet & Routes

DS Smith Plc; Fordham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive training

Modern fleet

Job summary

DS Smith Fordham is recruiting for Night Shift Class 1 Drivers to operate modern articulated curtainsiders for palletised deliveries and paper reel collections across the UK. You will join a flagship site with a strong safety culture and a professional Transport team.

You should hold a valid Class 1 licence with CPC and Tachograph card, along with solid knowledge of UK driving regulations and route planning. A flexible, team-oriented attitude is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 (C+E) licence with up to 3 penalty points.
• Driver CPC qualification and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Strong knowledge of UK driving regulations (WTD, drivers’ hours).
• Professional attitude with a strong safety record.
• Reliable, flexible, and a team player with a “can-do” approach.
• Good understanding of UK geography and route planning.
• Able to work in a physically demanding role.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class 1 HGV vehicles in compliance with traffic laws and company policies.
• Follow designated routes and schedules, ensuring on-time deliveries to customers nationwide.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections, reporting defects or maintenance needs.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries, mileage, fuel usage, and incidents.
• Prepare trailers ready for loading/unloading.
• Communicate professionally with customers, colleagues, and supervisor to resolve delivery queries.
• Adhere to Driver CPC, tachograph, and working time regulations.
• Be available for occasional overnight stays with expenses covered.

Skills

Class 1 Driver

Driver CPC

Tachograph Knowledge

Route Planning

UK Driving Regulations

Safety Record

Team Player

Tools

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

DS Smith Fordham is recruiting for Night Shift Class 1 Drivers to operate modern articulated curtainsiders for palletised deliveries and paper reel collections across the UK. You will join a flagship site with a strong safety culture and a professional Transport team.

You should hold a valid Class 1 licence with CPC and Tachograph card, along with solid knowledge of UK driving regulations and route planning. A flexible, team-oriented attitude is essential for success.