HGV Class 1 Night Driver – South Elmsall, Pontefract

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV Class 1 Night Driver – South Elmsall, Pontefract to join our well-established retail client based in South Elmsall, Pontefract.

This is an excellent opportunity offering competitive night rates of pay, ongoing work and the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. This role would suit candidates with previous experience as an LGV Class 1 Driver, CE Driver, C+E Driver or Articulated Lorry Driver.

£21.05 – £25.60 Per Hour | Ongoing Work | Potential Permanent Opportunity | Paid Induction

Shifts

 • Sunday to Saturday operation
 • Working pattern will include one weekend shift
 • Start times between 9:00pm and 11:30pm

Rates of Pay

 • Sunday to Thursday nights: £21.05 per hour
 • Friday nights: £23.05 per hour
 • Saturday nights: £25.60 per hour

Benefits

As an HGV Class 1 Night Driver, you will receive:

 • Weekly pay
 • Competitive hourly rates
 • On-site parking
 • Ongoing work with the potential to become permanent
 • Employee well-being programme
 • Paid classroom induction

Day-to-Day Duties

As an HGV Class 1 Night Driver, your duties will include:

 • Conducting trunk runs safely and efficiently
 • Operating Class 1 vehicles in line with company procedures and road transport regulations
 • Completing daily vehicle checks
 • Ensuring the vehicle is kept clean and well presented
 • Safely loading and securing all goods before departure
 • Adhering to all health, safety and compliance standards

Essential Skills

As an HGV Class 1 Night Driver, you will need:

 • Valid UK Category CE Licence (HGV Class 1)
 • Minimum of 12 months’ experience driving Category CE vehicles
 • Valid Driver CPC
 • Valid Digital Tachograph Card
 • Maximum of six penalty points with no major endorsement codes such as IN, DR, DD or TT
 • Excellent timekeeping and communication skills
 • Professional and reliable work ethic

Desirable Experience

 • Previous experience working for a retail haulier would be advantageous but is not essential

Training Provided

 • All drivers must successfully complete a driving assessment
 • Two-day paid classroom induction
 • Further training alongside a core driver following successful completion of the assessment and induction
 • Ongoing industry-related training and support throughout your assignment

Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity as an HGV Class 1 Night Driver, please apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.