HGV Class 1 Driver – Coventry, West Midlands

ONGOING WORK – IMMEDIATE STARTS – GREAT RATES OF PAY – NO HANDBALL REQUIRED

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Driver to join our well-established client based in Coventry, West Midlands. This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay, no handball work, paid breaks, ongoing work and genuine opportunities for long-term employment.

This role would suit candidates with experience as an HGV Class 1 Driver, LGV Class 1 Driver, Category CE Driver, Articulated Lorry Driver or Class 1 Delivery Driver.

Shifts

 • Monday to Friday
 • AM starts between 00:00 – 04:00 or PM starts between 14:00 – 18:00
 • Regular weekend overtime available
 • Long shifts available to maximise earnings

Rates of Pay

AM Shifts

 • £17.86 per hour
 • £22.33 per hour after 9 hours
 • £35.73 per hour on the sixth shift

PM Shifts

 • £19.05 per hour
 • £23.81 per hour after 9 hours
 • £38.11 per hour on the sixth shift

Benefits

As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will receive:

 • No handball – clean curtain-sider work
 • Paid breaks
 • Weekly pay
 • Ongoing, full-time work
 • Immediate starts available
 • Regular overtime and sixth shift opportunities
 • On-site canteen and facilities
 • Potential for permanent opportunities

Day-to-Day Duties

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

 • RDC Trunking and brewery deliveries using curtain-sider trailers
 • No handball required
 • Completing vehicle checks before and after each shift
 • Ensuring loads are secure and compliant
 • Following delivery schedules and routes efficiently
 • Adhering to all road traffic legislation and company procedures

Essential Skills

To be successful in this role, you will need:

 • Valid UK Category CE (Class 1) Driving Licence
 • Minimum 12 months’ Class 1 driving experience
 • Valid CPC Card and Digital Tachograph Card
 • No more than six penalty points for minor offences

Desirable Experience

 • Previous RDC delivery experience
 • Curtain-sider experience

Training Provided

 • Driver assessment required prior to start
 • One-day paid induction
 • Ongoing support and development

Apply: If you are interested in this opportunity as an HGV Class 1 Driver, click 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