Night-Shift HGV Class 1 Driver (C+E) – Weekly Pay

Prime Placers; Manchester; On-site; GBP 31,684 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Ongoing work with clients

Long-term contracts available

Dedicated support from Prime Placers

Job summary

Prime Placers is recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) drivers for ongoing ad-hoc work across Manchester and the surrounding areas. The work is predominantly night shifts, with most drivers completing 3-4 shifts per week.

However, depending on customer demand, there are opportunities to work 5-6 shifts per week. We currently have five long-term contract opportunities available and are looking to build a team of dependable drivers who are committed, flexible and take pride in their work.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence.
• Minimum 1 year Class 1 driving experience.
• Valid Driver CPC qualification.
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• Experience coupling/uncoupling trailers.
• Good understanding of Driver Hours and Working Time Directive.
• Reliable, flexible attitude.
• Excellent timekeeping.
• Team player and adaptable to shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Operate HGV Class 1 (C+E) vehicles for local and nationwide deliveries.
• Carry out coupling and uncoupling of trailers safely and efficiently.
• Demonstrate confidence and experience using the fifth wheel mechanism.
• Complete daily vehicle checks and report any defects promptly.
• Ensure compliance with Driver Hours, Working Time Directive (WTD) and Tachograph regulations.
• Complete delivery paperwork and maintain accurate records.
• Represent Prime Placers and our clients professionally at all times.

Skills

HGV Class 1 licence

1+ years Class 1 experience

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Trailer coupling/uncoupling

Fifth wheel operation

Hours/Working Time Directive knowledge

Reliability and flexibility

Timekeeping

Team player

Job description

Prime Placers is recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) drivers for ongoing ad-hoc work across Manchester and the surrounding areas. The work is predominantly night shifts, with most drivers completing 3-4 shifts per week.

However, depending on customer demand, there are opportunities to work 5-6 shifts per week. We currently have five long-term contract opportunities available and are looking to build a team of dependable drivers who are committed, flexible and take pride in their work.