Night-Shift HGV Class 1 Driver (4 on 4 off) – CPC Training

Culina; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded CPC training

Fowler Welch 'Collision Free Year'

Driver of the Year award with prizes

Healthcare cash plan

Life Insurance (three times basic pay)

Competitive Pension Scheme

Job summary

Fowler Welch, a key logistics provider, is recruiting HGV Class 1 drivers for 4 on 4 off night shifts in Portsmouth. You'll operate refrigerated articulated vehicles, delivering and collecting chilled stock across the UK, with training and development opportunities.

Role requires HGV Class 1 licence and CPC, plus knowledge of drivers hours and Road Transport Directive. Night and weekend enhanced rates apply, with focus on safety and accuracy in paperwork and vehicle checks.

Qualifications

• Possession of HGV Class 1 Licence.
• Current CPC.
• Knowledge of Road Transport Directive and drivers hours.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure.
• Willingness to learn and complete required training.

Responsibilities

• 4 on 4 off nights, ensure thorough paperwork.
• Adhere to health, safety, and hygiene rules.
• Maintain working knowledge of transport operations.
• Manage working time in line with drivers hours rules.
• Complete daily vehicle checks and temperature checks on units/trailers.
• Sign and return PODs after delivery and maintain fuel efficiency targets.

Skills

HGV Class 1 Licence

CPC

Road Transport Directive knowledge

Communication skills

Time management

Work under pressure

Job description

Fowler Welch, a key logistics provider, is recruiting HGV Class 1 drivers for 4 on 4 off night shifts in Portsmouth. You'll operate refrigerated articulated vehicles, delivering and collecting chilled stock across the UK, with training and development opportunities.

Role requires HGV Class 1 licence and CPC, plus knowledge of drivers hours and Road Transport Directive. Night and weekend enhanced rates apply, with focus on safety and accuracy in paperwork and vehicle checks.